In Home Patient Care Assistant - PCA
Visiting Angels Lufkin, TX · San Augustine, TX · 1 mo ago
Healthcare$11–$13/hrInternship
Visiting Angels of Lufkin is hiring caregivers to serve clients throughout the Deep East Texas area, including San Augustine, Lufkin, Nacogdoches, Norwood, Chireno, Rosevine, and more. Join the nation's #1 network for at‑home care and enjoy a fulfilling career with flexible schedules, competitive wages, and growth opportunities.
Responsibilities
- Help clients with personal care and hygiene.
- Assist clients with light physical exercise or walks.
- Plan and prepare meals with clients, adhering to dietary constraints.
- Handle light housekeeping duties.
- Report health changes or unusual incidents.
- Provide pleasant, supportive companionship.
- Respond quickly and responsibly in emergencies.
- Accompany and supervise clients during shopping trips.
- Remind clients to take prescription medications appropriately.
- Assist with mobility and ambulation both at home and during appointments/errands.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Valid driver’s license, car insurance, and a reliable personal vehicle for transporting clients.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Training in First Aid and emergency response (provided if needed).
- Excellent time‑management skills and ability to juggle multiple duties.
- Reliable transportation to client homes at scheduled times.
- Physical endurance for tasks such as carrying groceries and supporting clients.
- Comfort with housekeeping and cooking duties while following dietary constraints.
- Willingness to comply with state and office health and safety standards (e.g., background check).
- Compassion, understanding, and a desire to brighten each client’s day.
Benefits
- Health insurance.
- Dental insurance.
- Vision insurance.
- Holiday pay.
- Referral bonuses.
- Direct deposit.
- Weekly pay.
- Sign‑on bonus.
Pay
$11.00–$13.00 per hour.
Schedule
- Full‑time and part‑time positions available.
- Shift lengths: 8‑hour, 10‑hour, or 12‑hour shifts.