Personal Care Assistant (PCA)

Emerest Home Care; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Weekly (Direct Deposit)

Flexible Schedules

Official Emerest Scrub Top

Holiday Pay

Free Caregiver PERKS Services (hair/nB

Paid training

401(k)

Health, Vision, Dental, and Short-term

Job summary

Emerest Health is seeking a Personal Care Assistant (PCA) to provide compassionate in-home care for elderly or disabled clients in Connecticut. You’ll support daily living activities, monitor well-being, and help clients stay safe and comfortable.

We offer hourly and live-in positions with flexible schedules, paid weekly via direct deposit, and a range of benefits including health, vision, dental, retirement plan, and paid training. Prior experience in home care or CNA/PCA preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in home care or CNA/PCA preferred.
• Ability to follow care plans and document observations.
• Strong interpersonal skills and empathy.

Responsibilities

• Create a supportive, comfortable environment.
• Assist with daily living activities and mobility.
• Provide companionship and engage clients in activities.
• Assist with errands, appointments, and medication reminders.
• Support clients with meal planning and light housekeeping.
• Transport clients to appointments and activities.

Skills

Caregiving

Communication

Companionship

Job description

Personal Care Assistant (PCA)

At Emerest Health, we’re dedicated to empowering caregivers and supporting families. As a Personal Care Assistant (PCA), you’ll play a vital role in providing compassionate and dedicated care to elderly or disabled individuals in their homes.

About an Emerest Caregiver:

You’ll be joining a team of caregivers who make a meaningful difference in the lives of our clients. Emerest has been voted the top-paying homecare agency in 2025, with appreciation events, flexible schedules, and great benefits. We offer hourly and live-in positions that fit YOUR schedule!

Why work for Emerest?

• Paid Weekly (Direct Deposit Available)


• Flexible Schedules (HOURLY & LIVE-IN)


• Official Emerest Scrub Top


• Holiday Pay


• Free Caregiver PERKS Services! (hair and nail salon)


• Paid training


• 401(k)


• Health, Vision, Dental, and Short-term disability

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Create a supportive, comfortable environment


• Assist with phone calls and correspondence


• Engage in recreational activities and friendly conversation


• Run errands and supervise activities as directed (medication reminders, dressing, etc.)


• Transport clients to doctors, recreation, and activities


• Meal planning, preparation, and shopping


• Light housekeeping (laundry, vacuuming, dusting, changing linens, washing dishes and floors)

Additional Responsibilities:

• Assist with personal hygiene, dressing, grooming, and daily living activities


• Prepare and serve meals, monitor nutrition, and help with eating/drinking


• Provide medication reminders and assist with medical treatments as prescribed


• Transport clients to appointments and run errands


• Maintain a safe and clean environment


• Keep accurate care records and report changes in client condition


• Offer emotional support and companionship


• Assist with bathing and other activities of daily living


• Escort clients to medical appointments and errands

Experience:

• Home Care: 1 year (Preferred)


• CNA/PCA: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)


• English (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location:

• In-person