In-Home Personal Care Attendant (PCA)
Company: Life Unlimited
Location: Saint Joseph
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Title: In-Home Personal Care Attendant (PCA)
Department: In-Home PCA Reports To: Program Manager- In Home
Services FLSA: Non-Exempt SUMMARY The position involves providing
caregiving and personal care services to individuals who have
disabilities within the comfort of their homes. BASIC FUNCTIONS AND
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: ? Provide cleaning services including but
not limited to vacuuming, dusting, washing dishes, appliance care,
running errands and laundering clothing, reading, and writing
essential correspondence for blind, illiterate or physically
impaired individuals. ? Provide personal care services including
but not limited to hair care, assistance with bathing and meal
preparation. ? Maintain records of service delivery including time
sheets, calendars, and incident documentation ? Report any problems
related to a participant or plan of care to supervisor. ? Complete
required hours of continued training annually to meet state
eligibility guidelines. ? Effectively and efficiently use computers
or mobile devices to input, access, modify, or output information.
This includes the ability to quickly access, store and retrieve
data. ? All Other Duties as Assigned Physical Expectations ? This
position requires extended periods of walking and standing with
some periods of sitting which are dependent upon the needs and
activities of the individuals supported. It may require light to
heavy lifting, up to fifty pounds independently, and occasional
stooping, kneeling, bending, and/or climbing stairs depending on
the needs of the individual supported. ? The position will require
occasional physical intervention if confronted by a person
displaying combative or potentially dangerous behavior. Working
Conditions Office/home environment with noises from appliances,
telephones, and occasional small machinery (lawn mower, etc.). May
be exposed to bloodborne pathogens and/or infectious diseases.
Occasionally, prolonged hours or unusual chores to meet the
unexpected needs of the individuals (i.e., medical and/or
behavioral). QUALIFICATIONS ? High School Diploma or commitment to
obtain HiSet or GED. ? Six months of experience as a care provider,
CNA, housekeeper, or household worker, or one year of experience
caring for children, sick or elderly individuals ? Ability to
perform a variety of cleaning tasks and mobility to negotiate a
variety of obstacles in client homes. ? Ability to assess problems
related to care plan and report to supervisor or RN consultant. ?
Ability to adhere to OSHA safety protocols related to occupational
exposure to blood or other infectious material. ? Must have access
to mobile apps on a cell phone. ? Must be able to communicate
effectively in English ? both in writing and orally. ? Must not
have been convicted of any disqualifying misdemeanor or felony and
must not have been substantiated for abuse or neglect in the state
of Missouri, as recorded by the Department of Mental Health?s
Employee Disqualification List. ? Must demonstrate safe practices
in all areas and exemplify positive professional standards. ? Must
Receive Seasonal Flu Vaccination Equal Opportunity Employer
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