Personal Care Aide

Angelsinyourhome; Village of Hilton (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable home care agency located in New York seeks a Certified Personal Care Aide (PCA) to provide essential personal care and support services for clients in their homes. The ideal candidate should have a valid New York State PCA Certification and be effective in communication. Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities, preparing light meals, and maintaining a clean environment. This role emphasizes professionalism, compassion, and respect, ensuring clients receive the best care possible.

Qualifications

• Must be listed as active and in good standing on the NYS Home Care Registry.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Reliable transportation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Provide routine personal care and support services.
• Observe and report changes in client condition to the supervising nurse.

Skills

Effective communication

Compassion

Dependability

Education

Valid New York State PCA Certification

Job description

Description

Angels In Your Home is a New York State Licensed Home Care Services Agency (LHCSA) dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality personal care services that allow our clients to remain safe, independent, and comfortable in their homes. We value professionalism, respect, and a client-centered approach to care.

The Certified Personal Care Aide (PCA) provides essential personal care and supportive services to clients in their homes under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or other licensed healthcare professional, in accordance with the New York State Department of Health regulations and the client’s individualized plan of care.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including:
  
  • Bathing, grooming, and personal hygiene
    
  • Dressing and toileting
    
  • Ambulation and transfers
    
• Provide routine personal care and support services
  
• Prepare light meals and assist with feeding as needed
  
• Perform light housekeeping related to client care (e.g., laundry, tidying client areas)
  
• Observe and report changes in client condition to the supervising nurse
  
• Maintain a safe, clean, and respectful environment
  
• Follow all infection control, safety, and agency policies
  
• Complete required documentation accurately and timely
  

Qualifications

• Valid New York State PCA Certification (required)
• Must be listed as active and in good standing on the NYS Home Care Registry
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English (additional languages a plus)
• Reliable transportation preferred
• Compassionate, dependable, and professional demeanor

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 50 lbs
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and assist with client mobility

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.