Personal Care Assistant

Whitney Place Westborough; Westborough (MA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Whitney Place Westborough in Westborough, MA is seeking a dedicated Personal Care Assistant (PCA) to support residents with daily living activities. You will follow established policies and collaborate with nursing staff to maintain high-quality care.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, English communication, and the ability to work under stress in a senior care setting. Training may be provided; prior PCA experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency preferred.
• Previous PCA experience in similar facilities preferred.
• Meets federal and state certification requirements.
• Ability to communicate in English effectively through verbal and written means.
• Ability to work under stress and in emergency situations.
• Understands principles of growth and development for the entire lifespan with the ability to provide care appropriate for adult and geriatric patients as appropriate to the patient population.

Responsibilities

• Provide residents with routine daily care following established policies and procedures and as directed by the Staff Nurse, Nurse Manager, Director of Nursing Service, or the Administrator.
• Must ensure that the highest degree of quality care is always maintained.

Skills

English communication

Managing stress

Lifespan care

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Category: Personal Care Assistants / Aides

Requisition Number: PERSO001249

• Posted : July 24, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Whitney Place at Westborough
5 Lyman Street
Westborough, MA 01581, USA

Description

Employees at SALMON have many different roles but are all here for the same reason - to make people's lives better. All SALMON employees are expected to provide exceptional service to our residents and visitors. Staff must follow the SALMON Standards, which are the foundation to achieve exceptional service and to empower all those we care for to enjoy safety, comfort, security, family, and choice as part of their daily lives.

Job Description

Provide residents with routine daily care following established policies and procedures and as directed by the Staff Nurse, Nurse Manager, Director of Nursing Service, or the Administrator. Must ensure that the highest degree of quality care is always maintained.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalency preferred.
• Previous experience as PCA with good work history in similar facilities preferred. Training may be offered according to facility practices.
• Meets federal and state certification requirements.
• Ability to communicate in English effectively through verbal and written means.
• Ability to work under stress and in emergency situations.
• Understands principles of growth and development for the entire lifespan with the ability to provide care appropriate for adult and geriatric patients as appropriate to the patient population.

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