Decena Home Care·Fairfax County, Virginia
Provide respectful hands-on assistance with daily living activities, including bathing, grooming, and mobility support. Manage meal preparation, light housekeeping, and medication reminders while offering companionship and transportation to clients.
Personal Care Aide (PCA) – Hands-On Daily Living Support Full-Time
Leaders who listen, mentor, and celebrate every success.
Competitive
Pay &
Perks: Hourly rates above market, mileage reimbursement, paid skills labs.
True
Flexibility: Pick daytime, evening, or weekend blocks that fit your life.
Career
Lift: Scholarships toward CNA/HHA certification and fast-track promotion to Lead PCA.
What You’ll Do for Clients
Personal Care Excellence – Provide respectful assistance with bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing, and safe transfers.
Mobility & Exercise – Guide ambulation, walker/wheelchair use, and therapist-directed range-of-motion routines.
Nutritious Meal Prep – Plan and cook simple, balanced meals; monitor hydration.
Safe & Tidy Home – Handle light housekeeping, laundry, and fall-prevention checks.
Medication Cueing – Give timely reminders and note any changes in condition for the supervising nurse.
Meaningful Companionship – Offer conversation, games, and escorted outings to keep minds sharp and spirits high.
Errands & Transportation – Drive or accompany clients to appointments, groceries, and community activities.
What Makes You a Great Fit
Prior experience as a PCA, caregiver, HHA, or CNA is a plus—but we’ll train the right heart.
Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and willingness to travel within service area.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and follow all infection-control and safety protocols.
Friendly, clear communicator who respects client dignity and confidentiality.
Dependable and detail-oriented—you notice small changes that make a big difference.
Ready to Bring Comfort & Confidence to Every Day?
Click “Apply Now” to join a home-care agency where personal care aides are valued partners in each client’s journey to live safely and independently at home!
Candidates should have a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Prior experience as a PCA, HHA, or CNA is preferred, but training is provided for suitable applicants.
Market context
Support-services roles in Virginia are often tied to steady staffing needs in clinics, hospitals, and other care settings, especially when teams need dependable help with patient flow and day-to-day operations. This role is competitive because it asks for a high school diploma, three years of clinical experience, current AHA BLS, and a recognized Medical Assistant Certification, while offering medical, dental, vision, retirement savings, and paid time off. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your certification status and clinical experience match before applying.
