Personal Care Assistant
Listed on 2026-10-03
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Healthcare
Caregiver, Home Health Aide, Home Care, Healthcare Nursing
EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Job DescriptionTouching Angels Healthcare, a Residential Service Agency licensed by the Maryland Department of Health, is hiring Personal Care Assistants to provide non-medical personal care, companionship, and daily living support to clients in their homes, following the plan of care written by our RN Case Manager.
This role provides supervision and companionship, meal preparation, light housekeeping, and mobility assistance. All service time is recorded through the state ISAS/LTSS system, and all PCAs are employees of Touching Angels Healthcare, not independent contractors.
Duties and Responsibilities Personal Care and Companionship (40%)- Provide client supervision, companionship, and a supportive environment
- Prepare meals consistent with the client's dietary needs, perform light housekeeping, and assist with mobility
- Follow the plan of care written by the RN Case Manager and perform all authorized tasks safely
- Practice standard precautions including proper handwashing and safe laundry handling
- Observe and report changes in client condition to the RN Case Manager the same day
- Document client responses objectively to support care plan updates
- Clock in and out through ISAS/LTSS every shift and report any failed clock event the same day
- Perform no skilled nursing tasks; refer clinical needs to the RN Case Manager
- Preserve dignity and confidentiality and report suspected abuse or neglect immediately
- Minimum age of 18; high school diploma or GED equivalent
- Active Maryland CNA or CMT certification, OR a documented and approved certification waiver completed before any client assignment
- Current CPR and First Aid certification
- One professional or character reference
- Health clearance: annual physical, TB screening, and Hepatitis B vaccination or documented history
- Successful completion of a criminal background check (CJIS) prior to hire
- Reliable transportation to assigned client homes
Preferred: prior caregiving, home care, or companion experience; bilingual (Spanish/English).
Physical Requirements- Ability to assist clients with mobility, standing, and transfers within the non-medical scope of the role
- Frequent standing, walking, bending, and stairs in client homes
- Ability to respond to emergencies, including CPR
Client homes across the assigned service area with travel between locations. Exposure to varied household environments; standard precautions apply.
Other DutiesThis posting describes the general nature and level of work performed and is not an exhaustive list of all duties. The employee will perform other duties as assigned consistent with the scope of the position and the client plan of care. Reasonable accommodations may be made consistent with the essential hands-on nature of the role.
Compensation and BenefitsHourly wage range: $15.50 to $17.25 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.
Benefits eligibility is outlined in the Employee Handbook and the Employee Referral Program.
Equal OpportunityTouching Angels Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Position Personal Care Assistant
Number of Openings 1
Open Date 9/30/2026
Location Baltimore City-Downtown
About the OrganizationAt Touching Angels, we strive to touch lives, one day at a time. Our mission is to provide each of our clients with the best care possible while building relationships our clients can trust. WE PRIDE OURSELVES IN VALUING:
Teamwork, Family, Philanthropy, Accountability
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