This is wonderful, rewarding work for those who want to connect with people in need of care.
Personal Care Assistants Are in Demand in CT
You can make a huge difference in someone's life
No experience necessary
Flexible Hours
$18.25 per hour, increasing to $23
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Make a better living helping someone to live better.
This job is ideal for someone who has a nurturing personality and likes to work directly with people. A PCA is:
- A great listener
- Patient
- Compassionate
- Flexible
- Has a willingness to learn
PCAs are an important part of providing people with choices about the care they receive to live life the way they want.
The responsibilities of a PCA include:
- Helping with daily personal care needs, such as bathing/showering, dressing, eating, moving around/mobility, and transfers (such as from a bed to a chair).
- Planning and preparing meals.
- Bringing individuals to appointments and other outings.
- Act as a companion.
- Any help needed to allow someone to live independently at home.
Benefits:
- $18.25 per hour, increasing to $23 per hour by January 1, 2026
- Paid orientation and training
- Paid time off
- Holiday pay
- Overtime
- Healthcare subsidy to reduce insurance costs
- Tuition reimbursement
- No experience necessary
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