National Lutheran Communities & Services·Staunton, Virginia
As a Direct Care Aide, you will assist residents with daily living activities and provide essential hands-on support. Your role includes offering personal care, companionship, and ensuring the comfort and well-being of residents.
The Legacy at North Augusta– Where Direct Care Aides Make a Difference Every Day!
$$15.25 – $16.50 an hour (Final offer based on your unique skills, experience, and professional background)
At The Legacy at North Augusta, compassionate care is at the heart of everything we do. We’re looking for a Direct Care Aide who is dedicated to providing hands-on support that helps our residents feel comfortable, respected, and valued. From assisting with daily living activities to being a friendly companion, every moment you share contributes to their well-being and happiness.
This new year, discover the rewards of meaningful work in a community that feels like home. Here, every act of care and every smile make a difference. Join our supportive team in 2026 and bring your compassion, skill, and heart to a role that truly matters.
Provide daily support, personal care, and companionship to help residents live with dignity and comfort.
Collaborative
Culture: Work closely with interdisciplinary teams, healthcare professionals, and families to deliver resident-centered care.
Professional
Growth: Enjoy a supportive workplace that values your dedication and encourages ongoing learning and advancement.
Competitive
Compensation: Benefit from a salary that reflects your skills, compassion, and commitment.
What You’ll Do
Support residents in achieving their highest level of independence and functioning.
Assist with daily living activities including bathing, dressing, grooming, and personal care.
Encourage resident participation in self-care tasks while providing support and cues as needed.
Take and record vital signs, monitor intake/output, and document care accurately.
Assist residents with mobility, transfers, toileting, and incontinence care using proper body mechanics.
Provide meal assistance including menu selection, feeding support, and post-meal care.
Help residents with positioning, rest, and comfort throughout the day.
Observe and promptly report changes in residents’ condition, mood, or appetite to nursing staff.
Maintain resident rooms by changing linens, making beds, and ensuring cleanliness.
Support social engagement by encouraging interaction during meals, activities, and daily care routines.
Assist with orientation of new residents and staff to ensure continuity of care.
Collaborate with the care team to promote each resident’s comfort, dignity, and quality of life.
High School diploma or equivalent preferred
Successful completion of a Personal Care Aide (PCA) training program approved by the Virginia Department of Medical Assistance Services OR of a Direct Care Aide (DCA) training program approved by the Virginia Department of Social Service
Must be able to communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing as applicable to their job responsibilities
Ability to communicate and work with persons of varying educational and cultural backgrounds
As part of National Lutheran Communities and Services, we offer great PERKS and BENEFITS to promote a better quality of life for our team members.
At The Legacy at North Augusta, you’re more than a caregiver—you’re a vital part of a community dedicated to making every day extraordinary for our residents.
Apply today and join a team that values YOU!
Candidates must complete a PCA or DCA training program approved by the relevant Virginia departments. Effective communication skills and a passion for serving older adults are essential.
Market context
In Virginia, direct care aide roles are typically in steady demand because providers need staff who can support older adults with daily care and communication. This role is competitive for candidates who already have approved PCA or DCA training and can show reliability, empathy, and clear communication. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your training status and prepare examples of patient-centered care before applying.
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