Personal Care Assistant
| Estimated Pay info | Based on similar jobs in your market$40 per hour |
|---|---|
| Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
| Location | Baltimore, Maryland |
About this job
Job Description
Job Description
Touching Angels Healthcare, a Residential Service Agency licensed by the Maryland Department of Health, is hiring Personal Care Assistants to provide non-medical personal care, companionship, and daily living support to clients in their homes, following the plan of care written by our RN Case Manager.
This role provides supervision and companionship, meal preparation, light housekeeping, and mobility assistance. All service time is recorded through the state ISAS/LTSS system, and all PCAs are employees of Touching Angels Healthcare, not independent contractors.
Duties and Responsibilities
Personal Care and Companionship (40%)
- Provide client supervision, companionship, and a supportive environment
- Prepare meals consistent with the client's dietary needs, perform light housekeeping, and assist with mobility
Plan of Care Implementation (20%)
- Follow the plan of care written by the RN Case Manager and perform all authorized tasks safely
- Practice standard precautions including proper handwashing and safe laundry handling
Observation and Reporting (20%)
- Observe and report changes in client condition to the RN Case Manager the same day
- Document client responses objectively to support care plan updates
Documentation and Service Time (10%)
- Clock in and out through ISAS/LTSS every shift and report any failed clock event the same day
Scope and Compliance (10%)
- Perform no skilled nursing tasks; refer clinical needs to the RN Case Manager
- Preserve dignity and confidentiality and report suspected abuse or neglect immediately
Position Requirements
- Minimum age of 18; high school diploma or GED equivalent
- Active Maryland CNA or CMT certification, OR a documented and approved certification waiver completed before any client assignment
- Current CPR and First Aid certification
- One professional or character reference
- Health clearance: annual physical, TB screening, and Hepatitis B vaccination or documented history
- Successful completion of a criminal background check (CJIS) prior to hire
- Reliable transportation to assigned client homes
Preferred: prior caregiving, home care, or companion experience; bilingual (Spanish/English).