Personal Care Assistant (PCA) - Home Care
About the role
Eminence Home Care of Maryland is seeking a Personal Care Assistant (PCA) to provide direct care and support to patients in their homes or in a healthcare facility. The role involves assisting clients with personal care activities, providing companionship and emotional support, performing light housekeeping tasks, and more.
Responsibilities
- Assist clients with personal care activities such as bathing, grooming, and dressing
- Assist with mobility and transfer of patients
- Provide companionship and emotional support
- Aid in meal preparation and feeding
- Perform light housekeeping tasks, including laundry and cleaning
Requirements
- Prior experience as a Personal Care Aide or similar role preferred
- Compassionate and caring attitude
- Effective communication skills and ability to follow instructions
- Reliable and punctual
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
- Proof of up-to-date immunizations and negative TB test
- High School diploma or GED
Qualifications
- The ability to think and work independently, with direction from a team leader or manager
- Maintain efficient and consistent communications at all times
- Excellent oral communication skills when speaking with other health professionals in the presence of patients
- Endure high-pressure situations in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment and maintain a calm, professional demeanor
Skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Knowledge of home care procedures and patient safety protocols
Benefits
- Paid Sick Off
- 401(k) with Employer Match
- Health, Vision, and Dental Benefits
- Voluntary Life Insurance
- Critical Illness, Group Hospital Indemnity, and Accident Insurance
- IDShield (Identity Theft Protection Plans)
- Pet Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- Travel Time Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program/Health Concierge Services
- Working Advantage (Employee Discounts)
Who are we?
Eminence Home Care, an affiliate of Ultimate Care, is a licensed home care provider offering comprehensive home care services in Maryland, Connecticut, New Hampshire, New Jersey & Pennsylvania. Our mission is to provide and restore client dignity and independence in their homes through individualized care plans to reduce caregiver role and stress on family members while avoiding nursing homes and assisted living facilities.
Why choose us?
- Dedicated to fostering a people-centric culture that empowers employees to unleash their full potential
- Active pursuit of a dynamic learning environment to nurture personal and professional growth
- Committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law. Eminence Home Care does not accept resumes from unsolicited search firms nor recruiters.