Personal Care Assistant – Home Care
Position: Part-Time Personal Care Assistant
Setting: Private Home Care
Schedule: Weekends, with additional hours available as needed
About the Position
We are seeking a reliable, compassionate, and energetic Personal Care Assistant to provide in-home support for a paralyzed veteran with a spinal cord injury. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys helping others, is comfortable in a busy household, and wants to be part of a positive, family-oriented environment.
The individual has more than 40 years of experience living independently and maintains an active, community-oriented lifestyle. The goal of this position is not simply personal care, but helping him remain independent, active, and engaged in the community.
Responsibilities
● Provide personal care, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and other activities of daily living.
● Assist with prescribed medications according to established instructions.
● Assist with meal preparation, feeding, and kitchen cleanup.
● Perform light housekeeping, including laundry, cleaning, and maintaining the individual’s living area.
● Assist with transportation in an accessible van to church, appointments, community activities, and other events.
● Assist with getting ready for and participating in planned activities.
● Provide basic pet care and occasional light household or outdoor tasks, such as tending flowers.
● Work cooperatively with other caregivers to provide consistent care and dependable backup coverage.
● Maintain a respectful, positive, and professional relationship with the individual and household.
Schedule
The primary schedule is Saturday and Sunday, approximately 6 hours per day, with an additional evening turn of approximately one hour after 5:00 p.m.
The schedule may be adjusted around planned activities and special events. Additional weekday backup hours may also be available for someone interested and qualified.
Specific scheduling and availability will be discussed during the interview.
Training
On-the-job training is provided. Prior caregiving experience is helpful, but a willingness to learn and a positive, adaptable attitude are especially important.
Qualifications
● Previous caregiving, personal care, or healthcare experience preferred.
● Dependable, punctual, and responsible.
● Able to work independently and follow instructions.
● Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
● Comfortable assisting with personal care and activities of daily living.
● Energetic and willing to participate in an active lifestyle.
● Comfortable around pets—there are cats and a dog in the home.
● Comfortable working in a busy household environment.
● Reliable transportation to and from work.
● Preference may be given to applicants who live reasonably close to the Jackson, Tennessee area.
Compensation
Pay is provided through a VA-supported caregiver program and may vary based on qualifications, experience, and program requirements. Compensation details will be discussed during the interview.
Important
Dependability and punctuality are essential. The household relies on scheduled caregiver coverage, and the spouse works full-time, making reliable attendance especially important.
Applicants will be contacted for a pre-screening interview before an in-person interview.
About the Individual
The individual is a married, paralyzed veteran who has lived independently for more than 40 years. He is positive, forward-looking, community-minded, and enjoys staying active and participating in church and other activities.
If you are dependable, compassionate, active, and looking for meaningful part-time work where your help genuinely makes a difference, we would like to hear from you.
Pay: $17.00 - $17.80 per hour
Benefits:
Application Question(s):
- VAP requires a background check and registration with the VA
Work Location: In person
