Home Care Aide in Gaithersburg MD

A Place At Home - Towson; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Job summary

A Place At Home Towson in Gaithersburg, MD is seeking a compassionate Home Care Aide to join our growing team. You will help seniors and individuals age in place, providing personal care and companionship to support independent living.

Responsibilities include bathing, grooming, mobility assistance, meal prep, light housekeeping, and coordinating with family and supervisors. Must have flexible hours, reliable transportation, and pass background checks; MD certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• Prior experience as Home Care Aide, CNA, PCA or similar preferred.
• Valid Maryland state certification or eligibility to obtain one is a plus.
• Reliable transportation and valid driver's license preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to pass background check and drug screening.
• Compassionate, patient and dependable with a genuine passion for helping others.
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, or holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care assistance including bathing, grooming, dressing, and hygiene support
• Assist clients with mobility, transfers, and ambulation to ensure safety at home
• Prepare nutritious meals and assist with feeding as needed
• Perform light housekeeping duties such as laundry, cleaning, and tidying living spaces
• Offer companionship and emotional support to clients and their families
• Monitor and report changes in client health or behavior to supervisors
• Assist with medication reminders and daily living activities
• Transport or accompany clients to appointments and errands as needed

Skills

Compassionate

Interpersonal communication

Dependable

Education

Maryland CNA/PCA certification

Job description

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

About the Role:

A Place At Home Towson is looking for a compassionate and dedicated Home Care Aide to join our growing team in Gaithersburg, MD. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of seniors and individuals who need support to live comfortably and independently at home. If you have a heart for caregiving, we'd love to have you on our team!

Responsibilities:

• Provide personal care assistance including bathing, grooming, dressing, and hygiene support
• Assist clients with mobility, transfers, and ambulation to ensure safety at home
• Prepare nutritious meals and assist with feeding as needed
• Perform light housekeeping duties such as laundry, cleaning, and tidying living spaces
• Offer companionship and emotional support to clients and their families
• Monitor and report changes in client health or behavior to supervisors
• Assist with medication reminders and daily living activities
• Transport or accompany clients to appointments and errands as needed

Requirements:

• Prior experience as a Home Care Aide, CNA, PCA, or in a similar caregiving role preferred
• Valid Maryland state certification or eligibility to obtain one is a plus
• Reliable transportation and valid driver's license preferred
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screening
• Compassionate, patient, and dependable with a genuine passion for helping others
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, or holidays as needed

About Us:

A Place At Home Towson, operated by Springboard Care Services LLC, is a trusted in-home senior care provider committed to delivering dignified, personalized care to clients in the Gaithersburg, MD area. Our clients love us for our reliability, warmth, and commitment to helping them age in place with comfort and confidence. Our caregivers love working with us because we treat our team like family — offering support, flexibility, and a truly fulfilling work environment.