In Home Patient Care Assistant - PCA

Visiting Angels - Southern Pines NC; Sanford (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

PPE Provided

Holiday Pay

Direct Deposit

Weekly Pay

Job summary

Visiting Angels of Southern Pines is hiring In Home Patient Care Assistants to support clients in Sanford, Southern Pines, and surrounding areas with compassionate, personalized care. You will assist with daily activities, mobility, meals, and mobility support while following individual care plans and safety guidelines.

The position offers flexible schedules, training opportunities in dementia/Alzheimer’s care, and the chance to grow within a nationwide network known for at-home care excellence.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required or/and training provided
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills mandatory
• Flexible, reliable, and able to manage multiple tasks

Responsibilities

• Help clients with personal care and hygiene
• Assist with light exercise and mobility
• Plan and prepare meals with clients
• Light housekeeping and errands
• Report health changes or incidents promptly
• Provide companionship and safe, respectful care
• Transport clients in a personal vehicle when needed
• Support medication reminders as directed by care plans

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Strong communication

Time management

First Aid training available

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

In Home Patient Care Assistant - PCA

Visiting Angels of Southern Pines is hiring caregivers to serve our treasured clients throughout the local area including Sanford, Southern Pines, Spring Lake, Fort Liberty, Cameron, Bass, and many more. Come be part of an office that belongs to the nation's #1 network for at-home care. Make a difference while enjoying a fulfilling career with flexible schedules, competitive wages, and growth opportunities

As a Visiting Angels In Home Patient Care Assistant - PCA, you'll play a vital role in enriching the quality of life of clients and supporting their wellness in accordance with their custom care plans. This can include:

• Helping clients with personal care and hygiene
• Assisting clients with light physical exercise or walks
• Planning and preparing meals with clients
• Handling light housekeeping duties
• Reporting health changes or unusual incidents
• Providing pleasant, supportive companionship
• Responding quickly and responsibly in emergencies
• Accompanying and supervise clients during shopping trips
• Reminding clients to take prescription medications appropriately
• Providing assistance with mobility and ambulation both at home and during appointments/errands

Visiting Angels offers opportunities for advanced training in areas like dementia care and/or Alzheimer’s care for caregivers seeking to broaden their skills.

In Home Patient Care Assistant - PCA Job Requirements:

• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent
• Posses a Valid Drivers License, Car Insurance, and a Reliable Personal Vehicle to use to transport clients
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are a must
• Training in First Aid and emergency response is required (provided if needed)
• Have excellent time-management skills and can juggle multiple duties at once
• Reliable transportation to get to and from client homes at the times you're scheduled to provide care
• Feel confident in your physical endurance when it comes to things like carrying groceries and physically supporting a client
• Feel comfortable performing housekeeping and cooking duties while adhering to applicable dietary constraints
• Are willing and able to comply with state and office-specific health and safety standards (ex., background check)
• Bring compassion, understanding, and a desire to brighten the day of each client to the table

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• PPE Provided
• Holiday Pay
• Direct Deposit
• Weekly Pay

Shift Options

• Full Time
• Part Time
• 8 Hour Shifts
• 10 Hour Shifts
• 12 Hour Shifts
• Short Shift