Personal Care Aide in the Vienna VA area

Decena Home Care; Vienna (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive Culture

Competitive Pay

Flexibility in shifts

Training toward CNA/HHA

Job summary

Decena Home Care is seeking a dedicated Personal Care Aide (PCA) to provide compassionate daily living support in clients’ homes. This full-time role focuses on dignity, safety, and respect while delivering hands-on assistance with daily activities.

You’ll assist with bathing, grooming, mobility, meal prep, light housekeeping, medication reminders, companionship, and transportation. Training toward CNA/HHA certification is available, with growth opportunities within the team.

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a PCA, caregiver, HHA, or CNA is a plus—but 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide respectful assistance with bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing, and safe transfers.
• Guide ambulation, walker/wheelchair use, and therapist-directed range-of-motion routines.
• Plan and cook simple, balanced meals; monitor hydration.
• Handle light housekeeping, laundry, and fall-prevention checks.
• Give timely reminders and note changes in condition for supervising nurse.
• Offer conversation, games, and escorted outings to keep minds sharp and spirits high.
• Drive or accompany clients to appointments, groceries, and community activities.

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—but 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?