Prestige Home Health Care Agency·Newport News, Virginia
The Personal Care Aide provides essential daily support to seniors and people with disabilities, including hygiene assistance and medication dispensing. They are also responsible for light housekeeping, meal preparation, and providing companionship to improve the client's quality of life.
401(k) matching Benefits/Perks Flexible Scheduling Competitive Compensation Careers Advancement Job Summary We are seeking a Personal Care Aide to join our team. In this role, you will make a difference in the lives of seniors and people with disabilities by enhancing their quality of life. Responsibilities include assisting with hygiene needs, light housekeeping and errands, dispensing medication, and other tasks that improve the client’s living environment and standards. The ideal candidate is patient, compassionate, and reliable.
Assist with personal hygiene needs and dressing Assist with mobility, walking, and physical therapy exercises Prepare meals and snacks Light housekeeping activities Dispense medication Provide companionship Assist with errands and shopping
Previous experience as a Caregiver, Home Health Aide, or similar role is preferred but not required Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation Knowledge of basic housekeeping tasks and cooking skills Ability to adhere to all health and safety guidelines Excellent communication and interpersonal spills Ability to lift heavy objects Compassionate, respectful, ethical
Candidates should have a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and the ability to lift heavy objects. Previous experience as a caregiver or home health aide is preferred but not required.
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.
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