In-Home Personal Care Assistant | Compassionate Support

Appalachian Agency for Senior Citizens; Swords Creek (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Appalachian Agency for Senior Citizens in Virginia seeks a Medicaid Personal Care Aide to support clients at home with daily living activities, meals, hygiene, and mobility. Responsibilities include documenting care, reporting health changes, and ensuring safety during shifts.

Qualifications require 18+ years, fluent English, PCA certificate or CNA license, valid driver’s license, and ability to pass background checks and drug screens. CPR/First Aid preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have PCA certificate or CNA license in good standing.
• Prefer at least 1 year of in-home personal care experience.
• Ability to read and follow care plans and schedules.

Responsibilities

• Assist with dressing, bathing, grooming, and daily hygiene.
• Support with meals, feeding, and dietary restrictions.
• Assist with mobility, transfers, and positions using safe techniques.
• Provide supervision to ensure client safety when no other support is available.
• Report changes in client condition and document vital signs.

Skills

Fluent English

Reading

Writing

Driver's license

Own transportation

Background check

Drug screen

Medical clearance

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

Email access

Annual education

Education

40-Hour Personal Care Aide certificate

Certified Nursing Assistant license

Tools

Email client records

Job description

Appalachian Agency for Senior Citizens in Virginia seeks a Medicaid Personal Care Aide to support clients at home with daily living activities, meals, hygiene, and mobility. Responsibilities include documenting care, reporting health changes, and ensuring safety during shifts.

Qualifications require 18+ years, fluent English, PCA certificate or CNA license, valid driver’s license, and ability to pass background checks and drug screens. CPR/First Aid preferred.