What are the responsibilities and job description for the Personal Care Aide (PCA) position at Attentive Care?
Attentive Care is a licensed home health care agency serving the Capital Region of New York. Our mission is to help clients remain safe and independent at home by providing compassionate, reliable in-home nursing and caregiver services.
As a Personal Care Aide (PCA), you will play a vital role in supporting clients with daily living activities and fostering their well-being in a home setting. You will be part of a team that values professionalism, empathy, and dedication to quality care.
Key responsibilities include:
- Provide one-on-one in-home support with activities of daily living (ADLs), including personal hygiene, toileting, dressing, and transfers
- Assist with meal preparation and ensure nutritional needs are met
- Perform light housekeeping to maintain a safe and clean environment
- Run errands and provide transportation support for clients, as needed
- Offer companionship and safety supervision to promote independence and comfort
- Maintain clear and professional communication with clients and agency staff
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Required Qualifications:- Active NYS PCA certification with recent experience working through a licensed home care agency
- Reliable transportation to travel to client homes throughout the service area (Albany, Guilderland, Rensselaer, Clifton Park Center, East Greenbush)
- Ability to communicate fluently in English (read, write, and speak)
- Authorization to work in the United States
- Experience providing in-home assistance with activities of daily living and personal care
- Valid NYS PCA certificate verifiable on the NYS Home Care Registry
- Bilingual skills in languages commonly used by clients
- Willingness and ability to drive/transport clients as part of assignments
- Compensation expectations aligned with pay starting at $18.65/hour (plus up to $2/hour for client transportation assignments where applicable)
- Why Aides Choose Attentive Care
- Competitive pay starting at $18.65/hour, with up to $2/hour additional for client transportation assignments
- Flexible scheduling — work based on your availability
- Opportunities to pick up additional hours and open shifts
- Weekly pay direct deposit
- Weekend bonuses
- Holiday & vacation pay
- Paid in-services (online available)
- NYS Sick Leave
- Health insurance benefits
- Friendly, supportive office team
Salary : $2 - $19