In-Home Care Aide / Personal Care Assistant (PCA)

Job Description

Job Description

In-Home Care Aide / Personal Care Assistant (PCA) – Queen Anne's County, MD.

Location: Queen Anne's County, MD.
Employment Type: Contract.
Rate: $25/hour.

Position Overview:

We are seeking compassionate and dependable In-Home Care Aides to provide personal care and supportive services to elderly and disabled clients residing throughout Queen Anne's County, Maryland. The In-Home Care Aide assists clients with activities of daily living, promotes independence, maintains client safety, and improves overall quality of life while delivering high-quality care in the client's home environment. The successful candidate will demonstrate professionalism, empathy, reliability, and strong interpersonal skills when working with vulnerable populations.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Competitive rate of $25/hour.
• Flexible schedule based on client needs, working in client homes throughout Queen Anne's County, MD.
• Valuable experience in a collaborative, supportive environment providing direct care to elderly and disabled populations.
• Mission-driven work promoting independence, safety, and quality of life for clients in their own homes.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Active Home Health Aide (HHA) certification required; must possess and maintain all certifications, registrations, and credentials required by the State of Maryland to perform home care services.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification preferred.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required if providing transportation services to clients (service may include transportation to appointments).
• Must pass criminal background screening and any required checks.
• Minimum one (1) year of experience in in-home care, personal care, home health aide, caregiving, or related direct care services preferred.
• Experience working with elderly, disabled, or medically fragile populations preferred.
• Ability to assist clients with personal care, activities of daily living (ADLs), meal preparation, medication reminders, and light housekeeping.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and comply with applicable state, local, and agency regulations.
• Strong observation and reporting skills.
• Compassion, empathy, dependability, professionalism, and the ability to work independently.
• Problem-solving, critical thinking, cultural sensitivity, and respect for diversity.
• Physical ability to assist with mobility and personal care tasks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist clients with bathing, grooming, dressing, hygiene, and personal care.
• Provide support with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs).
• Assist with mobility, transfers, and ambulation as appropriate.
• Prepare meals and provide feeding assistance when needed.
• Perform light housekeeping and laundry tasks.
• Provide medication reminders in accordance with care plans and applicable regulations.
• Offer companionship and emotional support to clients.
• Accompany or transport clients to medical appointments, errands, and community activities when authorized.
• Observe and report changes in client condition or environment to supervisors.
• Maintain accurate service documentation and visit records.
• Follow all infection control, safety, and client care procedures.
• Maintain professional boundaries and uphold client rights and dignity.
• Collaborate with family members, care coordinators, and healthcare professionals as needed.