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Personal Care Assistant

AbaCares Services·Columbia, Pennsylvania

$15 - $15/hr·Full Time·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 1 month ago
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Provide essential daily living assistance to clients in their homes, including personal care, mobility support, and meal preparation. Monitor client health and behavior while providing companionship and maintaining a clean home environment.

Job Description

As a PCA with AbaCares Services, you will provide essential assistance to our clients, helping them with daily activities and personal care needs in the comfort and safety of their own homes. This role requires empathy, patience, and a positive attitude, ensuring our clients receive the highest care and support.

Location

COLUMBIA, PA, 17512 [https://app2.hhaexchange.com/ENT2603010000/Patient/InternalPatientInfo_ns.aspx?PatientId=26551732&FromSearch=1]

Schedule

Monday to Friday 10 AM - 4 PM

Female: Meal prep, light housekeeping, mobility assistance

Responsibilities

  • Assist clients with personal care tasks, such as bathing, dressing, toileting, and grooming.
  • Support clients with mobility needs, including transferring, walking, and navigating their home environment.
  • Provide companionship and engage clients in activities that enrich their daily lives.
  • Prepare meals according to dietary needs and assist with feeding, if necessary.
  • Perform light housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and comfortable home environment.
  • Monitor and report client health, behavior, or needs changes to the care management team.
  • Accompanied clients to appointments and assisted with errands as needed.
  • Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and the high ethical standards expected at AbaCares Services.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Proven experience as a Caregiver, Personal Care Assistant, or similar role.
  • Must pass a comprehensive background check.
  • Demonstrated ability to pay close attention to detail and follow care plans accurately.
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills with a friendly and compassionate demeanor.
  • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Physical ability to perform the position's duties, including lifting and transferring clients as needed.
  • A commitment to providing high-quality, empathetic care to individuals in need.

Benefits

  • Competitive pay rate of $15 per hour.
  • Supportive and positive work environment with a team committed to excellence.
  • Opportunities for professional development and training in the home care field.
  • Flexible scheduling options to support work-life balance.

Join Our Team

If you're a compassionate individual looking for a fulfilling career in personal care, we would love to hear from you. AbaCares Services offers a supportive workplace culture where your dedication to providing exceptional care will be valued and rewarded.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) Statement

AbaCares Services is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive, respectful workplace where every team member is valued and can thrive.

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$15 - $15/hr
Location
Columbia, Pennsylvania
Posted
Jun 26, 2026
Application
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Hiring organization

AbaCares Services

Abacares Services is a premier home care agency based in Pennsylvania, dedicated to providing comprehensive non-medical support services in the comfort of our client's homes. Our services include personal care, homemaking assistance, companionship, and respite care, all tailored...

Salary listed on 9 jobs
IndustryHome Health Care Services
TypePrivately Held
Size51-200 employees
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Market context

Steady demand for personal care assistants

In Pennsylvania, personal care assistant roles are typically in steady demand because providers need dependable support for daily living, mobility, and basic care. These jobs are competitive because employers often look for a high school diploma, caregiving experience, a clear background check, and the physical ability to lift and transfer clients. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your experience matches the lifting and transfer expectations before applying.

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