In Home Patient Care Assistant - PCA (Jacksonville, IL)

Visiting Angels • Jacksonville, IL

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Visiting Angels Springfield is seeking compassionate In Home Patient Care Assistants to support senior adults and others in need across Central Illinois. The role helps clients with daily living activities, including personal care, mobility, meals, light housekeeping, transportation, and companionship. Caregivers may also receive opportunities for advanced training in areas such as dementia and Alzheimer’s care.

The position offers flexible scheduling, including full-time, part-time, and PRN opportunities, with weekday, night, and weekend shifts. Available shifts range from 1 to 12 hours, and caregivers make their own schedules. The posting lists pay of $16–$20 per hour, differential pay for nights and weekends, weekly pay, and a $400 sign-on bonus for eligible caregivers. Travel time and mileage reimbursement are offered. Paid orientation, paid time off, a caregiver assistance program for employees maintaining 35–40 hours a week, and a caregiver mentor program are also mentioned.

Requirements

• Passion for serving others and a true caregiver disposition.
• Excellent knowledge of emergency response and first aid.
• Knowledge of housekeeping activities and cooking, with attention to dietary constraints.
• Willingness to adhere to health and safety standards.
• Respectful and compassionate approach.
• Good time-management skills.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong ethics.
• Physical endurance.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Own a vehicle with current insurance.
• Social Security Card.
• Must meet all qualifications to receive the bonus.

Responsibilities

• Help clients take prescribed medication.
• Assist clients with ambulation and mobility at home or outside, including attending appointments and walks.
• Assist clients with personal care and hygiene.
• Help clients with routine exercises.
• Plan and prepare meals with clients’ assistance when they are able.
• Shop for clients or accompany them while they shop.
• Perform light housekeeping duties clients cannot complete on their own.
• Provide pleasant and supportive companionship.
• Report unusual incidents.
• Act quickly and responsibly in emergencies.
• Provide transportation and one-on-one mobility assistance as part of clients’ daily living support.

Benefits

• $400 sign-on bonus available for eligible caregivers.
• Differential pay for nights and weekends.
• Weekly pay.
• Flexible scheduling and caregiver-selected schedules.
• Travel time and mileage reimbursement.
• Caregiver assistance program for employees maintaining 35–40 hours a week.
• Caregiver mentor program and ongoing training.
• Client referral bonus.
• Caregiver referral bonus.
• Paid orientation.
• Paid time off.
• Free telehealth program for employees and their families enrolled in full-time benefits.
• Dental, health, and vision insurance.
• Employee appreciation program.
• Client and caregiver introductions before assignments.

What This Job Offers

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