Personal Care Aide in Springfield area

Freedom Home Care LLC; Springfield (VA); On-site; USD 22,041 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Paid skills labs

Scholarships

Promotion to Lead PCA

Job summary

Freedom Home Care LLC in Springfield, VA is seeking a dedicated Personal Care Aide (PCA) to deliver compassionate daily living support. This full-time role offers flexible daytime, evening, or weekend blocks and opportunities for skills labs and CNA/HHA certification.

You will assist with personal care, mobility, meals, light housekeeping, and medication reminders under the supervising nurse, with room to grow into a Lead PCA through fast-track promotion.

Qualifications

• Experience as PCA, caregiver, HHA, or CNA is a plus; training provided.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and follow infection-control protocols.
• Friendly, clear communicator who respects client dignity.

Responsibilities

• Provide bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing and safe transfers.
• Guide ambulation, walker/wheelchair use and ROM routines.
• Plan and cook simple, balanced meals; monitor hydration.
• Handle light housekeeping, laundry, and fall-prevention checks.
• Give timely medication reminders and note changes for the supervising nurse.
• Offer companionship and engage clients with conversations and activities.
• Drive or accompany clients to appointments and errands.

Skills

PCA experience

Driver's license

Infection control

Communication skills

Job description

Personal Care Aide (PCA) – Hands-On Daily Living Support

Full-Time

Why Join Our PCA Team?

• Supportive Culture: Leaders who listen, mentor, and celebrate every success.
• Competitive Pay & Perks: Hourly rates above market, mileage reimbursement, paid skills labs.
• True Flexibility: Pick daytime, evening, or weekend blocks that fit your life.
• Career Lift: Scholarships toward CNA/HHA certification and fast-track promotion to Lead PCA.

What You’ll Do for Clients

• Personal Care Excellence: Provide respectful assistance with bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing, and safe transfers.
• Mobility & Exercise: Guide ambulation, walker/wheelchair use, and therapist-directed range‑of‑motion routines.
• Nutritious Meal Prep: Plan and cook simple, balanced meals; monitor hydration.
• Safe & Tidy Home: Handle light housekeeping, laundry, and fall-prevention checks.
• Medication Cueing: Give timely reminders and note any changes in condition for the supervising nurse.
• Meaningful Companionship: Offer conversation, games, and escorted outings to keep minds sharp and spirits high.
• Errands & Transportation: Drive or accompany clients to appointments, groceries, and community activities.

What Makes You a Great Fit

• Prior experience as a PCA, caregiver, HHA, or CNA is a plus— we’ll train the right heart.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and willingness to travel within service area.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and follow all infection‑control and safety protocols.
• Friendly, clear communicator who respects client dignity and confidentiality.
• Dependable and detail‑oriented—you notice small changes that make a big difference.

Ready to Bring Comfort & Confidence to Every Day?