Personal Care Aide

Job Description
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Personal Care Assistant to support individuals with physical or mental challenges in their daily activities. This role offers the rewarding experience of making a meaningful difference in someone’s life. If you're a caring, reliable individual who takes pride in helping others, we’d love to hear from you. Courtesy, clear communication, and a willingness to work hard are essential. Previous experience in caregiving or housekeeping, especially with elderly or ill clients, is highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Ensure clients take their medications on schedule
• Assist clients with limited mobility
• Provide personal care assistance with daily tasks
• Support clients with physical therapy routines
• Prepare meals in line with clients' dietary requirements
• Accompany and assist clients with shopping or errands
• Perform housekeeping duties to maintain a clean, safe environment
• Offer companionship and emotional support
• Report any unusual incidents to physicians or supervisors
• Respond promptly and responsibly to emergencies

Skills and Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Personal Care Assistant or in a similar caregiving role
• Commitment to health and safety standards
• Ability to perform household tasks and cook meals
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities
• Positive, compassionate, and patient demeanor
• High ethical standards and integrity
• Physical stamina and resilience
• CPR certification
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract

Pay: $15.00 - $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Morning shift
• On call
• Overnight shift
• Weekends as needed
• Weekends only

Application Question(s):

• What are your hourly salary expectations for this position?

(Optional: Please specify if your rate varies based on the duties or location)

• Which areas are you available to work in? Calvert County St. Mary’s County

Charles County Other (please specify): ____

• If hired, are you willing to pay for your own background check and fingerprinting? Yes No Depends (please explain): _____
• When are you available to start work? (Please provide a specific date or range.)
• What days and times are you available to work? (Include both weekdays and weekends, if applicable.)
• Do you have any current certifications (e.g., CNA, CPR, First Aid)?

Yes – Please list: _____

• No

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15 - $17