Personal Care Assistant / PCA (2026-55455-2-02)

Griswold Home Care for Saint Louis Park; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health

Dental

PTO

Weekly paydays

Training & development

Job summary

Griswold Care for the Greater Twin Cities is seeking a part-time Personal Care Assistant / PCA to support seniors in their homes with non-medical care and companionship. You will arrive punctually, provide compassionate assistance, and help with daily tasks to improve quality of life.

You will be trained as needed and have opportunities for ongoing development while enjoying a flexible schedule and weekly pay. Your efforts directly impact the dignity and independence of clients.

Qualifications

• Reliable transportation is required.
• Current valid driver's license required.
• Minimum age of 18.
• Willing to travel up to 25 miles.
• 2+ years of home care experience is a plus; caring for a loved one counts.

Responsibilities

• Provide non-medical care and companionship to seniors in their homes.
• Assist with daily activities and tasks as needed.
• Maintain client dignity and promote independence.
• Complete documentation and communicate changes to the office.
• Support safe, compassionate elderly care and report any concerns.

Skills

Reliable transportation

Driver's license

18 years of age

Willing to travel up to 25 miles

2+ years of home care experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (preferred)

Job description

Personal Care Assistant / PCA

Compensation: $19.00-22.00/hour

Griswold Care for the Greater Twin Cities is looking to hire a part-time Personal Care Assistant / PCA to help our senior clients maintain their dignity and independence by providing non-medical care and home companionship.

Are you dependable and kind? Have you been looking for a job with flexible hours? Do you want to work at a company that appreciates your efforts as you make a difference in the lives of seniors? If so, please read on!

This caregiver position earns a competitive wage of $19-22/hr.

• health
• dental
• PTO (paid time off)
• weekly paydays
• opportunities for ongoing training and development

QUALIFICATIONS FOR A PERSONAL CARE ASSISTANT / PCA

• Reliable transportation
• Current valid driver's license
• 18 years of age
• Willing to travel up to 25 miles
• A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• 2+ years of home care experience would be a plus; caring for a loved one counts!

We are willing to train you. Are you committed to providing compassionate elderly care? Do you manage your time wisely? Are you dependable and cheerful? If yes, you might just be perfect for this caregiver position!

ABOUT GRISWOLD:

With over 200 locations across 31 states, Griswold is one of the country’s top home care companies, providing and referring professional, compassionate Caregivers around the clock. Griswold’s “Live Assured” promise gives both clients and their loved ones peace of mind, so they can live without the weight of worry. Griswold helps adults maintain quality of life despite advanced age, onset of illness or post-surgery recovery through services including companion care, home services, personal care and respite care. Founded by the late Jean Griswold in 1982, the company has maintained its founder’s profound sense of empathy for older and disabled adults and those living with chronic conditions. Griswold has been recognized as one of the top 500 franchises in Entrepreneur’s 2026 Franchise 500® and named a 2023, 2024 and 2025 Best of Home Care® Endorsed National Provider. For more information, visit www.GriswoldCare.com or call 215.402.0200.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A PERSONAL CARE ASSISTANT / PCA

As a Personal Care Assistant / PCA, you provide meaningful companionship and valuable caregiving assistance to senior clients within their homes. Each day you arrive punctually, greeting your clients with a cheerful attitude. Self-motivated and efficient, you quickly assess and prioritize what needs to be done. You willingly complete useful tasks such as preparing meals, grocery shopping, and light housekeeping duties. A gentle and kind caregiver, you assist with non-medical elderly care tasks such as feeding and bathing. Preserving the client’s dignity is always your top priority, and you are gentle and professional as you help them maintain proper personal hygiene. Your patient demeanor is a wonderful asset as you occasionally provide caregiving services to clients with cognitive impairments or dementia.

Committed to safety and continuity of care, you are proactive in your communications with the office. You log and submit accurate documentation, noting any changes to your clients’ needs or conditions. You find great satisfaction in providing superb elderly care and in knowing you make a difference in the lives of seniors!

WORK SCHEDULE FOR A PERSONAL CARE ASSISTANT / PCA

This caregiving and companionship position has flexible scheduling, with opportunities for day and night shifts. Clients may receive as little as 4 hours of care, while others require 24-hour care.

Hours subject to change based on client needs, care plan adjustments, and staffing requirements.

Griswold Home Care is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.