Personal Care Assistant

Personal Care Attendant (PCA) – Job Description- Spanish Speaking 

Position Overview

A Personal Care Attendant provides essential support to individuals who need assistance with daily living activities due to age, disability, illness, or recovery. The PCA helps clients maintain comfort, safety, dignity, and independence in their home or care setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Personal Care Support — Assist with bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and hygiene.
• Mobility Assistance — Support safe transfers, repositioning, walking, and use of mobility aids.
• Meal Preparation — Prepare meals according to dietary needs and assist with feeding when required.
• Medication Reminders — Prompt clients to take medications as directed (no medication administration unless certified).
• Household Tasks — Perform light housekeeping such as laundry, dishes, tidying, and maintaining a safe environment.
• Companionship — Provide social interaction, conversation, emotional support, and engagement in activities.
• Transportation/Errands — Assist with appointments, shopping, or community outings (if applicable).
• Monitoring & Reporting — Observe and report changes in physical or emotional condition to supervisors or family members.

Qualifications

• Experience in caregiving, home health, or personal assistance preferred.
• Ability to lift, transfer, and support clients safely.
• Strong communication skills and a compassionate, patient demeanor.
• Reliable transportation and punctuality.
• CPR/First Aid certification (preferred or required depending on employer).
• Ability to pass background checks and meet state requirements.
• Must be bilingual

Key Competencies

• Empathy and respect for client dignity.
• Dependability and strong work ethic.
• Ability to follow care plans and instructions.
• Good judgment and safety awareness.
• Flexibility and adaptability to client needs.

Work Environment

PCAs may work in private homes, assisted living facilities, or community settings. The role may involve standing, lifting, and assisting with physical tasks.

Schedule & Compensation

• Full-time, part-time, or shift-based depending on client needs.
• Pay rate varies by experience and location.