Entry Level Personal Care Assistant Jobs
New grad personal care assistant jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a completed CNA program, home health aide certification, or hands-on internship work can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Healthcare & Medical Services, Distribution & Wholesale, and Insurance, with employers like Right At Home, Molina Healthcare, and Geisinger hiring at this level now.
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Hourly Pay: 18.47 - $22
Maxim Healthcare is hiring for a Personal Care Assistant to provide support services to assist clients with personal, physical mobility and therapeutic care needs.
Why Join Maxim:
- Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
- Health, dental, vision, Life Insurance, HSA and PTO
- 401(k) savings plan
- Maxcares Awards Program
Responsibilities:
- Provides services to persons who need help with day-to-day activities
- Provides health care tasks, personal hygiene services, and other related support services essential to the client’s health
- Assists with transfers and ambulation
- Performs incidental household services that are an integral part of a personal care plan
- Provides companionship by reading, listening and talking with client
- Assists client in the development of independent skills through self-care activities such as toileting, clothing routines and personal hygiene
- Appropriately reports changes in client status or as directed by care plan
- Performs other duties as assigned/necessary
Requirements
- State licensure or certification as required by state and/or program
- One (1) year relevant experience preferred
- Current BLS Card
- Current PPD or Chest X-Ray
- Knowledge of child growth and development
- Ability to coordinate and facilitate services between the home, school, local health agency, and other community resources
- Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English language may be required
- Computer proficiency required
- Must be at least 18 years of age
Maxim Benefits:
Health and Wellness
Medical/Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Advocacy (company paid if enrolled Medical) and Health Advocate Employee Assistance Program
Retirement and Financial Security:
Health Savings Account, 401(k), Short Term Disability, Voluntary Group Life Insurance and Supplemental Accidental Insurance, Hospital Expense Protection Plan, Critical Illness Insurance, Home and Auto Insurance discounts, Pet Insurance and Legal Benefits
Lifestyle Benefits:
Paid Time Off, Employee Discount Program, Transportation Benefits and College Partnership Program
Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Maxim Healthcare
Maxim Healthcare has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, employees and communities for more than 30 years. We offer private duty nursing, skilled nursing, physical rehabilitation, companion care, respite care and behavioral care for individuals with chronic and acute illnesses and disabilities. Our commitment to quality customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical healthcare needs makes us a trusted partner wherever care is needed.
Maxim Healthcare, Inc. (“Maxim”) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Hourly Pay: 18.47 - $22
Maxim Healthcare is hiring for a Personal Care Assistant to provide support services to assist clients with personal, physical mobility and therapeutic care needs.
Why Join Maxim:
- Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
- Health, dental, vision, Life Insurance, HSA and PTO
- 401(k) savings plan
- Maxcares Awards Program
Responsibilities:
- Provides services to persons who need help with day-to-day activities
- Provides health care tasks, personal hygiene services, and other related support services essential to the client’s health
- Assists with transfers and ambulation
- Performs incidental household services that are an integral part of a personal care plan
- Provides companionship by reading, listening and talking with client
- Assists client in the development of independent skills through self-care activities such as toileting, clothing routines and personal hygiene
- Appropriately reports changes in client status or as directed by care plan
- Performs other duties as assigned/necessary
Requirements
- State licensure or certification as required by state and/or program
- One (1) year relevant experience preferred
- Current BLS Card
- Current PPD or Chest X-Ray
- Knowledge of child growth and development
- Ability to coordinate and facilitate services between the home, school, local health agency, and other community resources
- Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English language may be required
- Computer proficiency required
- Must be at least 18 years of age
Maxim Benefits:
Health and Wellness
Medical/Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Advocacy (company paid if enrolled Medical) and Health Advocate Employee Assistance Program
Retirement and Financial Security:
Health Savings Account, 401(k), Short Term Disability, Voluntary Group Life Insurance and Supplemental Accidental Insurance, Hospital Expense Protection Plan, Critical Illness Insurance, Home and Auto Insurance discounts, Pet Insurance and Legal Benefits
Lifestyle Benefits:
Paid Time Off, Employee Discount Program, Transportation Benefits and College Partnership Program
Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Maxim Healthcare
Maxim Healthcare has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, employees and communities for more than 30 years. We offer private duty nursing, skilled nursing, physical rehabilitation, companion care, respite care and behavioral care for individuals with chronic and acute illnesses and disabilities. Our commitment to quality customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical healthcare needs makes us a trusted partner wherever care is needed.
Maxim Healthcare, Inc. (“Maxim”) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Entry Level Personal Care Assistant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level personal care assistant job?
Employers hiring at the entry level look for candidates with a completed CNA, HHA, or personal care aide training program, CPR certification, and a genuine willingness to assist clients with daily living activities. Internship hours from a nursing assistant program or volunteer work at a senior care facility can give you a real edge. Applying to positions that explicitly state 'no experience required' or 'will train' is the fastest path in.
Which companies hire entry level personal care assistants?
Companies hiring entry level personal care assistants right now include Right At Home, Molina Healthcare, and Geisinger, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Home health agencies, residential care facilities, and nonprofit social service organizations tend to hire most actively at the entry level, often with on-the-job training built into the role.
Are there remote entry level personal care assistant jobs?
Yes, though most personal care assistant work is hands-on and on-site. About 30% of entry level personal care assistant openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions typically involve care coordination, companionship calls, or administrative support rather than direct physical assistance.
Are these new grad personal care assistant jobs?
Yes, this page includes new grad, recent graduate, and junior personal care assistant roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts completed training programs or internships in place of paid work history, or explicitly invites candidates with a portfolio of practicum or volunteer hours. Certifications like CPR and first aid often satisfy the experience threshold for new grad applicants.
Which industries hire the most entry level personal care assistants?
Entry Level personal care assistant roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Distribution & Wholesale, and Insurance, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive consistent entry level hiring because high client turnover, an aging population, and ongoing care demand mean organizations are regularly onboarding candidates at the start of their careers.