Personal Care Aide (PCA)

Joybridgecare; Buford (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Joybridgecare is seeking a dedicated caregiver in Buford, Georgia to provide essential hands-on assistance to elderly and disabled individuals. You will help clients with daily living activities such as bathing, grooming, and meal preparation.

The ideal candidate must complete a 40-hour PCA training program and pass a background check. Responsibilities also include monitoring health and safety, assisting with mobility, and providing companionship. Candidates should hold a valid driver’s license and have reliable transportation.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Successful completion of PCA training program and background check is required.
• Prior caregiving experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with daily living activities like bathing and grooming.
• Monitor vital signs and report changes in client conditions.
• Prepare meals and assist with transportation to appointments.

Skills

Ability to read, write, and speak English

Life skills and personal care tasks

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CPR/First Aid certification

Driver's license

Job description

Provide hands‑on assistance with activities of daily living to elderly, disabled, and convalescing individuals in their homes. Work under RN supervision following individualized service plans.

Department Client Services

Reports To RN Supervisor / Administrator

FLSA Status Non‑Exempt (Hourly)

Location Client homes across Georgia

• Assist with bathing, toileting, grooming, and dressing
• Help with feeding and ensuring adequate nutrition
• Provide walking assistance and mobility support
• Safely transfer clients between bed, chair, and wheelchair
• Reposition bed‑bound clients to prevent pressure sores

Health Monitoring

• Take and record vital signs (blood pressure, temperature, pulse)
• Monitor and report changes in client condition
• Observe skin for redness, breakdown, or changes
• Track fluid intake and output when required

Support Tasks

• Prepare nutritious meals per dietary requirements
• Perform light housekeeping essential to client health
• Escort clients to appointments and activities

Qualifications

Required

• 18 years or older
• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Ability to read, write, and speak English
• Pass GCHEXS fingerprint background check
• Complete 40‑hour PCA training program
• CPR/First Aid certification (or within 30 days of hire)
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation

Preferred

• Previous caregiving experience
• CNA certification
• Experience with elderly or disabled populations

Physical Requirements

• Lift up to 50 pounds
• Extended standing and walking
• Frequent bending, stooping, and kneeling
• Assist with client transfers
• Fine motor skills for personal care tasks

Training Provided

• 40‑hour PCA training program (20 hours before solo work)
• Infection control and universal precautions
• Safe transfer and ambulation techniques
• Emergency response and first aid
• Vital signs measurement
• 12 hours annual continuing education