Careers/Personal Care Aide (PCA)

Personal Care Aide (PCA)

Provide hands-on assistance with activities of daily living to elderly, disabled, and convalescing individuals in their homes. Work under RN supervision following individualized service plans.

DepartmentClient Services

Reports ToRN Supervisor / Administrator

FLSA StatusNon-Exempt (Hourly)

LocationClient homes across Georgia

ScheduleVariable shifts, 2-12 hours; may include weekends & holidays

Pay Range$13 - $17/hr

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Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Personal Care (ADLs)

• Assist with bathing, toileting, grooming, and dressing
• Help with feeding and ensuring adequate nutrition
• Provide walking assistance and mobility support
• Safely transfer clients between bed, chair, and wheelchair
• Reposition bed-bound clients to prevent pressure sores

Health Monitoring

• Take and record vital signs (blood pressure, temperature, pulse)
• Monitor and report changes in client condition
• Observe skin for redness, breakdown, or changes
• Track fluid intake and output when required

Support Tasks





• Prepare nutritious meals per dietary requirements
• Perform light housekeeping essential to client health
• Provide verbal medication reminders (no administration)
• Escort clients to appointments and activities
• Complete daily service documentation accurately

Qualifications

Required

• 18 years or older
• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Ability to read, write, and speak English
• Pass GCHEXS fingerprint background check
• Complete 40-hour PCA training program
• CPR/First Aid certification (or within 30 days of hire)
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation

Preferred

• Previous caregiving experience
• CNA certification
• Experience with elderly or disabled populations
• Bilingual abilities

Physical Requirements

• Lift up to 50 pounds
• Extended standing and walking
• Frequent bending, stooping, and kneeling
• Assist with client transfers
• Fine motor skills for perso

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