Personal Care Assistant (PCA) - Home Care

Eminence Home Care; Cambridge (MD); On-site; USD 20,664 - 23,419; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Sick Off

401k with Employer Match

Health, Vision, and Dental Benefits

Voluntary Life Insurance

Pet Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Job summary

Eminence Home Care in Cambridge, Maryland is seeking a dedicated Personal Care Assistant (PCA) to provide direct care and support for patients in their homes or healthcare facilities. Responsibilities include assisting with personal care activities, providing emotional support, and performing light housekeeping. Ideal candidates should have prior experience, a compassionate attitude, and excellent communication skills. The position offers competitive pay rates and comprehensive benefits including health insurance and a 401k plan.

Qualifications

• Prior experience as a Personal Care Aide or similar role preferred.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.
• Proof of up-to-date immunizations and negative TB test necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with personal care activities such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
• Provide companionship and emotional support to patients.
• Perform light housekeeping tasks, including laundry and cleaning.

Skills

Compassionate attitude

Effective communication

Reliability

Ability to work independently

Excellent oral communication skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Eminence Home Care of Maryland is looking for a talented Personal Care Assistant (PCA) to join our amazing team!

You will provide direct care and support to patients in their homes or in a healthcare facility. You will play a crucial role in ensuring that every person receives the highest level of care possible, while having an unwavering commitment to helping patients live their best lives.

Compensation: $15.00 - $17.00 per hour (depending on experience)

What you'll be doing:

• Assist clients with personal care activities such as bathing, grooming, and dressing
• Assist with mobility and transfer of patients
• Provide companionship and emotional support
• Assist with meal preparation and feeding
• Perform light housekeeping tasks, including laundry and cleaning

What we're looking for:

• Prior experience as a Personal Care Aide or similar role preferred
• Compassionate and caring attitude
• Ability to communicate effectively and follow instructions
• Reliability and punctuality
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• Proof of up-to-date immunizations and negative TB test
• High School diploma or GED
• The ability to think and work independently, with direction from a team leader or manager, while maintaining efficient and consistent communications at all times
• Must also have excellent oral communication skills when speaking with other health professionals in the presence of patients (i.e. "bedside manner")
• Can endure high-pressure situations in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment and keep a calm, professional demeanor throughout

Benefits:

• Paid Sick Off
• 401k with Employer Match
• Health, Vision, and Dental Benefits
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Critical Illness, Group Hospital Indemnity, and Accident Insurance
• LegalShield (Free Legal Advice)
• IDShield (Identity Theft Protection Plans)
• Pet Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Travel Time Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program/Health Concierge Services
• Working Advantage (Employee Discounts)

Eminence Home Care is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law. Eminence Home Care does not accept resumes from unsolicited search firms nor recruiters.