In Home Patient Care Assistant - PCA (New London, NH)

Visiting Angels • New London, NH

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Visiting Angels of Claremont is hiring In Home Patient Care Assistants (PCAs) to serve clients throughout the Upper Connecticut River Valley, including New London and Keene, New Hampshire; Claremont, New Hampshire; Brattleboro and Bellows Falls, Vermont; and Hillsborough, New Hampshire. PCAs help improve clients’ quality of life and support their wellness in accordance with individualized care plans. The position offers flexible scheduling, competitive wages, and opportunities for growth. Advanced training in areas such as dementia care and Alzheimer’s care is available to caregivers who want to broaden their skills.

The stated pay is $18.00–$22.00 per hour, based on experience. Full-time and part-time shifts are available, including 8-hour and 12-hour shifts. Daytime hours are available, and six observed major holidays are off.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license, car insurance, and a reliable personal vehicle to transport clients.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Training in first aid and emergency response; training is provided if needed.
• Excellent time-management skills and ability to manage multiple duties at once.
• Reliable transportation to and from client homes at scheduled times.
• Physical endurance for tasks such as carrying groceries and physically supporting a client.
• Comfort performing housekeeping and cooking duties while following applicable dietary constraints.
• Ability and willingness to comply with state and office-specific health and safety standards, such as completing a background check.
• Compassion, understanding, and a desire to brighten each client’s day.

Nice To Haves

• Interest in broadening caregiving skills through advanced training in dementia care and/or Alzheimer’s care.

Responsibilities

• Help clients with personal care and hygiene.
• Assist clients with light physical exercise or walks.
• Plan and prepare meals with clients.
• Perform 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 clients with mobility and ambulation at home and during appointments or errands.

Benefits

• Paid time off.
• Mileage reimbursement between clients.
• Direct deposit.
• Continuing education.
• Six observed major holidays off.
• Flexible scheduling.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED