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Become a PCA.

Make a living helping someone live better.

Personal care assistants (PCAs) are in demand in Connecticut. PCAs help older adults and people with disabilities live their best lives.

$18.25 per hour increasing to $23*
No experience necessary
Flexible hours

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Is a career as a PCA right for you?

Answer a few questions to learn more about this job opportunity.

Which describes you? *CaringFlexibleOrganizedGood listenerGood communicatorReliableCalm under pressureThinking about others’ needsNon-judgmentalPatientTrustworthyMotivated[check all that apply]

That’s great!

PCAs need a range of skills. The work PCAs do varies based on the needs of the people they care for.

Would you feel comfortable with the following tasks? *Plan for, shop, and prepare mealsHelp with hygiene (toothbrushing, bathing/washing, bathroom)Help someone learn tech skills/computer skillsRun errandsBe a companionTake someone to appointments[check all that apply]

Good news!

All of these are activities a PCA might help with. The work of a PCA can vary based on the needs of the person you are working for.

Do you like the idea of...? *Selecting the people you work with based on your lifestyle and scheduling needsHelping someone to live betterWorking in someone's homeBuilding relationships with the people you care for[check all that apply]

It sounds like being a PCA would be a great career choice for you.

PCAs build relationships with the people they care for and many consider the work rewarding. If you like the idea of helping others while also having control over the hours you work and where you work, this is a great career choice.

There are some focused career pathways for PCAs, too, in addition to general care. Check all that you may be interested in: *Working with people with memory issuesWorking with people with complicated physical needsWorking with people with developmental disabilitiesWorking with people who were homeless but are now living in the communityGeneral health and safety care

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* Hourly rate increase to take place over 2 years

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