A Home Health Aide helps individuals who are disabled, elderly, or chronically ill with daily tasks, such as dressing, washing, and light housekeeping. They can care for patients in their homes or other healthcare settings, and may perform basic medical care under the direction of a nurse or other medical professional. These roles typically require more comprehensive agency-approved training programs.
At Atlas Care, we believe exceptional care starts with exceptional people. As a Personal Care Assistant (PCA), you'll play a meaningful role in supporting individuals throughout Charlotte and its surrounding communities, who rely on compassionate, reliable help to remain safe and independent at home. Our caregivers are the heart of our agency, and your kindness, attentiveness, and commitment will directly shape the quality of life for the clients you serve. If you're someone who takes pride in making a real difference each day, you'll feel right at home with our team.
Responsibilities :
As a Personal Care Assistant (PCA) with Atlas Care, you'll provide essential, person‑centered support to individuals living with disabilities, chronic illness, or age‑related needs. Our caregivers are the heart of our agency, and your compassion, reliability, and professionalism help clients remain safe, comfortable, and independent in their homes. Provide personalized assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, feeding, and mobility support Assist with safe ambulation and transfers, using equipment such as gait belts, Hoyer lifts, or client‑specific mobility devices Monitor client well‑being by observing changes in condition, reporting concerns promptly, and maintaining accurate, HIPAA‑compliant care documentation Support medication reminders and help implement individualized care plans under appropriate supervision Prepare nutritious meals and assist with meal service while following dietary restrictions and safety guidelines Perform light housekeeping tasks such as cleaning client areas, organizing personal items, and maintaining a safe, tidy environment Provide companionship, emotional support, and engagement in social or cognitive activities to promote mental and emotional well‑being Assist with additional tasks such as laundry, errands, and community participation as outlined in the care plan Work is performed in various settings depending on the needs of the care recipient and may include locations such as their home, place of work, out in the community, or at a daytime non-residential facility. This position serves clients throughout Charlotte and its nearby surrounding communities. Caregivers must be comfortable traveling between client locations as needed.
Minimum Requirements:
Minimum (2) years of in-home Personal Care experience Reliable transportation to travel to client homes across Charlotte and nearby areas Basic knowledge of Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and safe support techniques Understanding of safe transfer techniques, including the ability to use gait belts, Hoyer lifts, or other mobility devices (or willingness to learn) Ability to observe and report changes in client condition Ability to maintain accurate, HIPAA‑compliant care notes Familiarity with medication reminders and following individualized care plans under supervision Basic meal preparation skills, including the ability to follow simple dietary guidelines and assist clients during meals Ability to perform light housekeeping tasks Strong interpersonal and companionship skills, including the ability to engage clients in conversation, social activities, or cognitive exercises Comfort assisting with errands, community outings, and other non‑medical support tasks as outlined in the care plan
Preferred Qualifications:
CPR & First Aid Certification Dementia & Alzheimer's Care Training Safe transfer training (gait belt, Hoyer lift) HIPAA & confidentiality training Infection control / universal precautions Experience working with individuals with disabilities Strong communication and documentation skills
Pay:
$15.50 - $16.50 per hour Expected hours: 10.0 - 20.0 per week Application Question(s): Have you ever used mobility or transfer equipment (gait belt, Hoyer lift, slide board)? Are you familiar with documenting care notes and reporting changes in client condition? Do you have experience supporting individuals with disabilities, chronic illness, or age related needs? Are you comfortable preparing simple meals and assisting clients during mealtimes? Do you have experience with dementia or Alzheimer's care? Do you have experience following individualized care plans?
