Caregiver, Personal Care Aide (PCA)

Elara Capital

. Provide personal care support, including bathing, grooming, dressing, and hygiene assistance .

Posted 11/6/2026part-timeSt. Mary • Missouri • United StatesJunior💰 $15 - $18 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in providing personal care support, including assistance with daily living activities, meal preparation, and emotional support for elderly or disabled individuals. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential for fostering a compassionate and respectful environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Personal Care SupportActivities Of Daily LivingMeal PreparationCommunication SkillsExperience With Elderly Or Disabled Individuals

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Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills

Bathing AssistanceGrooming AssistanceDressing AssistanceHygiene AssistanceMobility AssistanceHousekeepingLaundryErrand AssistanceTransportation AssistanceAbility To Lift 50 Pounds

Soft Skills

CompassionatePatientDependable

Certifications & Qualifications

High School DiplomaGED

Industry Keywords

Elderly CareDisabled CareCompanionshipEmotional SupportSafe Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide personal care support, including bathing, grooming, dressing, and hygiene assistance
Assist clients with mobility, transfers, and activities of daily living
Prepare meals and assist with feeding when needed
Perform housekeeping, laundry, and household tasks
Provide companionship and emotional support
Assist with errands, grocery shopping, and transportation to appointments when applicable
Promote a safe, comfortable, and respectful environment for each client

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least six months of experience providing care to elderly or disabled individuals, including professional or personal experience
High school diploma or GED preferred
Compassionate, patient, and dependable personality
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Reliable transportation to travel to client homes
Ability to lift, stand, bend, and assist clients as needed, up to 50 pounds

Benefits

Comp & perks

$250 sign-on bonus after completing 150 hours worked and 90 days of employment, contingent upon performance and employment requirements
Daily pay options
Paid training
Career growth and advancement opportunities
Medical, dental, and vision benefits
401(k) match
Flexible scheduling and opportunity to grow weekly hours based on availability
Supportive team environment