Personal Care Assistant

Palmetto Family Homecare; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Palmetto Family Homecare is seeking a compassionate Caregiver, PCA, or CNA to support a client with dementia-related needs. The role emphasizes meaningful connection, daily engagement, and promoting independence in a home setting.

Responsibilities include companionship, memory-stimulating activities, daily dog walks, meal preparation, and light housekeeping. Ideal candidates are patient, reliable, and able to maintain a positive, respectful environment.

Qualifications

• Must have compassion, patience, and dependability.
• Experience caring for individuals with dementia or cognitive changes.
• Willing to walk the client's dog daily.
• Able to cook meals and assist with light housekeeping.
• Strong communication and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship and supervision to the client.
• Engage the client in conversations, memory games, and activities.
• Daily dog walks and safe, supportive engagement.
• Prepare nutritious meals based on preferences and dietary needs.
• Assist with light housekeeping and maintaining a clean living space.
• Encourage independence and a positive atmosphere throughout the day.

Skills

Compassionate

Patience

Dependable

Communication skills

Engagement activities

Pet-friendly

Dementia care awareness

Job description

Now Hiring: Caregiver / PCA / CNA

Palmetto Family Homecare | Dementia Care Opportunity

We are seeking a compassionate, patient, and dependable Caregiver, Personal Care Assistant (PCA), or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to assist a client living with L.A.T.E. (Limbic-predominant Age-related TDP-43 Encephalopathy), a condition that can cause dementia-like symptoms and affect memory and thinking.

We are looking for someone who enjoys building meaningful connections, encouraging independence, and keeping the client mentally and socially engaged throughout the day.

Responsibilities Include:

• Companionship & Supervision: Provide friendly companionship, maintain a safe environment, and offer attentive supervision.
• Mental Stimulation: Engage the client in meaningful conversations, memory games, puzzles, and enjoyable activities to help keep them mentally active and alert.
• Daily Dog Walks: Be comfortable and willing to walk the client's dog daily.
• Meal Preparation & Cooking: Prepare and cook nutritious meals based on the client's preferences and needs.
• Light Housekeeping: Assist with laundry, tidying up, and maintaining a clean, comfortable living space.
• Daily Engagement: Encourage participation in activities and maintain a positive, supportive atmosphere.

Ideal Candidate:

• Compassionate, patient, friendly, and dependable.
• Comfortable working with individuals experiencing dementia or cognitive changes.
• Enjoys conversation and knows how to keep someone engaged and stimulated.
• Willing to assist with cooking, laundry, light housekeeping, and daily dog walks.
• Able to provide attentive supervision while promoting dignity, comfort, and independence.

Interested in making a meaningful difference in someone's daily life?

Join Palmetto Family Homecare and help us provide compassionate, person-centered care!

Requirements

• Must be pet friendly and willing to go for walks
• Must be willing and able to prepare & cook meals according to the client's preference & dietary needs
• Assistances with laundry, light housekeeping, and maintaining a clean living environment
• Interact and keep clients mind stimulated with activities and conversation
• Demonstrate good communication skills, reliability, and a professional attitude
• Previous experience providing care for individuals with dementia or cognitive impairments