Personal Care Assistant

Merakey·Swatara Township, Pennsylvania

$18 - $20/hrFull Time On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 29 days ago

Practice for this role

Personal Care Assistant · $18 - $20/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

-41% vs. median posted rate for behavioral health roles in Pennsylvania ($30.00/hr, n=1803)

7 similar openings in the Swatara Township area

$0.50/hr · lowesthighest · $11,310/hr

this role: $17.76/hrmedian $30.00/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 1,803 posted behavioral health roles in Pennsylvania rates. This role sits in the 23rd percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 41% below the Pennsylvania median for behavioral health roles.

The Personal Care Assistant provides direct care to support the mental and physical well-being of consumers in a residential setting. They also assist in developing life skills and accompany consumers to appointments and community activities.

Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an extraordinary team? At Merakey, we put heart and soul into everything we do. We are seeking a full-time Personal Care Assistant to join our Adult Behavioral Health program in Harrisburg, PA.

Schedule

Full-time (40 hours/week); 3 PM–11 PM shift with rotating weekends. Must be available to work every other weekend and holidays

Earn $17.76/hour or $19.76/hour with the selection of the Enhanced Pay option.

Position Details

Our personal care residential workers provide for the safety and welfare of all consumers in the personal care home setting, supporting their mental and physical well-being. They carry out direct care responsibilities while participating in and following the treatment planning process. This role will float between our two personal care homes located in Harrisburg and Steelton.

Duties and Responsibilities

Help develop and implement activities and other special projects designed to strengthen independent and community living skills and socialization/leisure time.
Build on strengths to promote positive growth for the consumer.
Engage consumers in appropriate life skills to develop abilities to live as independently as possible.
Accompany consumers on trips outside the facilities for treatment, medical appointments, or any other appropriate activities.

Benefits

Merakey offers generous benefits that promote well-being, financial security, and work-life balance, including:
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support.
Retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions.
DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it!
On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources.
Access Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services.
Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships.
Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes.

Requirements

Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED, or an active Pennsylvania CNA certification. A valid, unrestricted driver's license and a minimum age of 21 are also required.

high school
professional certificate
Treatment planning
Life skills development
Personal care
Safety monitoring
Client advocacy
Socialization support
Behavioral health support
Community living skills
Medical appointment accompaniment

Posting details

Employment type: Full Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 0-2 yrs
Salary: $18 - $20/hr
Location: Swatara Township, Pennsylvania
Posted: Aug 16, 2026
Application: Employer website

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.