Personal Care Assistant (PCA)

Senior Living; Allentown, Northern (Lehigh County, KY); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Employee referral bonus

Health benefits

401(k) with match

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Join Riverton Enhanced Senior Living as a Personal Care Assistant (PCA) to provide essential support to residents. You’ll assist licensed staff in ensuring a comfortable and safe environment while engaging with residents to enhance their quality of life.

This role demands a high school diploma and relevant certifications, embodying our core values of Passion, Respect, and Excellence. Enjoy benefits like health insurance, tuition reimbursement, and a supportive workplace culture.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Direct Care Certification in the state of PA required.
• Current CNA certification/license in the state of PA required.

Responsibilities

• Assist licensed and certified staff in providing quality resident care.
• Make beds and maintain tidy, organized resident rooms.
• Ensure call bells and essential items are within reach.
• Assist with serving drinks and meals per facility guidelines.
• Provide companionship to support emotional well-being.
• Answer phones and assist nursing staff with communication.
• Maintain cleanliness of resident care areas.
• Support residents with comfort-focused tasks.

Skills

Compassionate support

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Direct Care Certification in PA

Current CNA certification/license in PA

Job description

Responsibilities for Personal Care Assistant (PCA):

• Assist licensed and certified staff in providing quality resident care and support.
• Make beds and maintain tidy, organized resident rooms.
• Ensure call bells, bed controls, and essential items are within the resident's reach.
• Assist with serving drinks, snacks, and meals in accordance with facility guidelines.
• Provide companionship and socialization to support emotional well-being and engagement.
• Answer phones and assist nursing staff with communication needs as directed.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of resident care areas as assigned.
• Support residents with comfort-focused tasks to enhance their daily living experience.

Qualifications for Personal Care Assistant (PCA):

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Direct Care Certification in the state of PA required.
• Current CNA certification/license in the state of PA required.

Our Core Values in Action

Passion - Providing compassionate, attentive support that enhances residents' comfort and daily experience.

Respect - Treating every resident with dignity, kindness, and thoughtful care in all interactions.

Excellence - Supporting the care team with consistency, reliability, and attention to detail that elevates resident quality of life.

Benefits for Personal Care Assistant (PCA):

• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee referral bonus
• Health, vision, and dental benefits
• 401(k) with match
• Employee engagement and culture committee
• Company-sponsored life insurance
• Employee assistance program (EAP) resources

Daily Pay!

$16-$17/hour (all-inclusive)

At Riverton Enhanced Senior Living, we believe that compassionate support, dignity, and meaningful daily interaction are essential to resident well-being. Guided by our core values of Passion, Respect, and Excellence, the Personal Care Assistant (PCA) plays an important supportive role in enhancing residents' comfort, safety, and quality of life while assisting the licensed care team.

where compassion and quality care are at the heart of everything we do. Our facility is thoughtfully designed with beautiful common spaces, creating a welcoming, home-like environment not only for our residents but also for our staff. We believe in fostering a positive and supportive workplace where employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to make a difference.

Here, you'll be part of a collaborative and dedicated team that prioritizes professional growth, work-life balance, and a culture of appreciation.

The facility provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.