Personal Care Assistant (PCA) - Home Care

Internetwork Expert; Saint Michaels (MD); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Vision, and Dental Benefits

401k with Employer Match

Paid Sick Off

Life Insurance (Voluntary)

Critical Illness & Hospital Indemnity

Pet Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Travel Time Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Working Advantage

Job summary

Eminence Home Care is seeking a dedicated Personal Care Assistant to provide direct care to clients in homes or healthcare facilities. You will assist with daily living activities, promote independence, and support overall well-being.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, valid driver’s license, and reliability. The role offers competitive pay and benefits in a compassionate, team-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Experience as 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.
• Immunizations and TB test current.
• High School diploma or GED.
• Ability to work independently with team guidance.
• Excellent bedside manner when communicating with health professionals.
• Ability to perform calmly in high-pressure, fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care activities (bathing, grooming, dressing).
• Assist with mobility and transfers.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.
• Assist with meal preparation and feeding.
• Perform light housekeeping tasks (laundry, cleaning).

Skills

Compassionate demeanor

Effective communication

Reliable and punctual

Independent work

Bedside manner

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

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

As aPersonal CareAssistant, 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.

• 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)

Who are we?

Eminence Home Care, an affiliate of Ultimate Care,is a licensed home care provider located in Maryland, Connecticut, New Hampshire, New Jersey & Pennsylvania. We offer comprehensive home care services where we lead with our hearts to offer top quality and empathetic home care services.

Our mission is to provide and restore client dignity and independence in their homes through individualized care plans to reduce caregiver role and stress on family members while avoiding nursing homes and assisted living facilities.

Why choose us?

AtEminence Home Care, we are dedicated to fostering a people-centric culture that is pivotal for success in the contemporary home care landscape. Our unwavering commitment begins with inspiring and empowering our employees to unleash their full potential. We actively pursue avenues to cultivate a dynamic learning environment, allowing our team members to explore and nurture their passions and talents. Our goal is to facilitate holistic growth, both personally and professionally, within the workplace and beyond. Join us on this journey of empowerment and achievement!

We're committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you're enthusiastic about the role but don't meet every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply. You could be the ideal candidate for this or other roles!

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.