Personal Care Assistant PCA

Brighton Healthcare Management; Burnsville (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Team environment

Health, dental, vision, PTO

Job summary

Smoky Ridge Health and Rehabilitation is seeking a compassionate Personal Care Assistant (PCA) to support residents alongside a CNA. The role emphasizes ADL assistance, companionship, and maintaining dignity in a long-term care setting.

Qualified candidates must be active in a CNA class or have completed CNA and be awaiting the written/skills portion of testing. The position offers competitive pay and benefits with opportunities to grow in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a care team.
• Ability to follow instructions and provide compassionate resident care.
• Commitment to quality care and resident dignity.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with ADLs including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility.
• Assist with eating meals when needed.
• Observe and report changes to nursing staff.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.
• Maintain resident privacy and confidentiality.
• Follow infection control and facility procedures.
• Document services in Point Click Care.
• Participate in trainings and in-service programs.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Patience

Dependability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Active CNA class or completed CNA

Job description

Smoky Ridge Health and Rehabilitation is seeking compassionate and dependable Personal Care Assistants (PCAs) to provide hands‑on care alongside a certified nursing aide and support to our residents. The PCA plays a vital role in helping residents with daily needs while promoting dignity, comfort, and independence in a long‑term care setting. REQUIREMENT: Must currently be active in a C.N.A. class with check offs completed or have completed the C.N.A. class and awaiting to take written/skills portion of testing for obtaining certificate to be considered for a PCA position

Key Responsibilities alongside a C.N.A.:

• Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility

• Provide assistance with eating meals as needed

• Ensure a safe, clean, and supportive environment for residents

• Observe residents and report changes in condition to nursing staff

• Offer companionship and emotional support to residents

• Maintain resident privacy, dignity, and confidentiality at all times

• Follow infection control, safety, and facility procedures

• Document services provided electronically with Point Click Care.

• Participate in training, meetings, and in‑service programs as required

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred

• REQUIREMENT: Must currently be active in a C.N.A. class or have completed the C.N.A. class and awaiting to take written/skills portion of testing for obtaining certificate to be considered for a PCA position

• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team

• Strong communication, patience, and interpersonal skills

• Must be dependable, compassionate, and committed to quality care

Benefits:

• Competitive pay with shift and weekend differential

• Supportive team environment

• Health, dental, vision, and paid time off (for Full time positions)

Make a difference every day—join Smoky Ridge Health and Rehabilitation and help us deliver compassionate, person-centered care to those who need it most.