Lead Personal Care Assistant (PCA)

Location:          Mercy LIFE Valley View, Elwyn, PA

Status:               Full time

Shift:                  Sun – Thur OR Tues to Sat 9 am to 530 pm, 2 overnight shifts required per month

Position Purpose:

Responsible for delivering personal care and support to participants, ensuring their health and well-being. Assists the department manager with scheduling and staffing and provides guidance and support to team members as needed.

Position Purpose:

Position will work Sunday – Thursday OR Tuesday – Saturday from 9 am to 530 pm.  Also, the position will cover two night shift rotations per month, working from 10 pm to 630 am.  Days for the overnight shifts are VERY flexible.

This program provides services to a community specifically comprised of deaf seniors.  All candidates must be willing to learn American Sign Language (ASL).

What will you do:

Supporting and guiding fellow colleagues and orienting new team members

Assisting the department manager with scheduling and staffing

Escorting participants to medical and therapy appointments

Monitoring and reporting changes in participants’ condition or behavior

Ensuring compliance with infection control, safety, and organizational policies

Maintaining timely and accurate documentation

Participating in care planning and staff meetings

Assisting with loading/unloading of participants in transport vehicles

Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma or equivalent required

CNA certification preferred

Supervisory experience preferred

Willingness to learn American Sign Language (ASL); ASL proficiency preferred.

Minimum 1 year of experience with frail or elderly individuals preferred; training provided if less onsite after hire

Excellent organizational and customer service skills

Strong communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills

Ability to adapt to change, manage and be flexible with work priorities, and pay attention to detail

Proficient in Microsoft Office; comfortable with electronic communication and documentation systems

Position Highlights and Benefits:

Comprehensive benefit including 1st Day medical coverage, dental, vision, paid time off, 403B and educational assistance.

Access to daily pay and employee referral incentives.

Supportive environment with a patient-centered focus.

Opportunities for professional development.

Ministry/Facility Information

Mercy LIFE Valley View, part of Trinity Health PACE, provides high-quality care to seniors in the communities we serve. Our interdisciplinary team offers comprehensive services, allowing seniors to remain independent at home.

We are guided by core values of reverence, commitment, safety, justice, stewardship, and integrity.

Apply now! 

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are 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 status protected by federal, state, or local law.