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Carenest Health

Perm Physical Therapist

Marshallville, GA · On-site

$1.4K - $1.9K/wk

Job Title The Oaks is considered Middle Georgia's premier nursing facility with 60 skilled nursing/rehab/memory care beds, 12 private personal care rooms, and 3 independent living apartments to ...

CNS Cares

Personal Care Assistant / PCA

Gallup, NM · On-site

$12.75 - $15.25/hr

Personal Care Assistant - PCA We're looking for a Part-time/Full-Time Personal Care Assistant - PCA for private in-home care. Critical Nurse Staffing provides unparalleled home health care to the ...

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CNS Cares

Personal Care Assistant / PCA

Santa Fe, NM · On-site

$13.75 - $16.50/hr

Personal Care Assistant - PCA We're looking for a Part-time Personal Care Assistant - PCA for private in-home care. Critical Nurse Staffing provides unparalleled home health care to the American ...

Lutheran SeniorLife

$90 - $120/hr

Meals on Wheels; rehabilitation services and private duty. Licensed personal care community with accommodations for 29 individuals needing more support with activities of daily living. Located near ...

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How much do private personal care jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 24, 2026, the average hourly pay for private personal care in the United States is $15.27, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.46 and $16.11 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a private personal care worker?

Private personal care workers assist individuals with daily living activities, such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility, typically in the client's home. They help people who may be elderly, disabled, or recovering from illness or surgery maintain their independence and quality of life. These caregivers may also provide companionship, medication reminders, light housekeeping, and meal preparation. Private personal care workers are often employed directly by families or through home care agencies.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a private personal care worker?

To thrive as a Private Personal Care worker, you generally need experience in caregiving, knowledge of basic health and hygiene, and often a high school diploma or relevant certification such as CPR or First Aid. Familiarity with mobility aids, health monitoring devices, and care documentation systems is typically required. Compassion, patience, and strong interpersonal communication skills help build trust and provide emotional support to clients. These competencies are essential for ensuring client safety, comfort, and overall well-being in a home care setting.

What are some typical challenges faced by private personal care workers, and how can they effectively manage these situations?

Private personal care aides often encounter challenges such as managing clients with varying levels of mobility, handling sensitive personal care tasks, and adapting to individual client preferences. Building trust and maintaining clear communication with both clients and their families is essential for providing high-quality care. Staying organized, setting professional boundaries, and seeking support from supervisors or colleagues can help aides effectively navigate difficult situations and ensure the best outcomes for their clients.

What is the difference between Private Personal Care vs Home Health Aide?

AspectPrivate Personal CareHome Health Aide
CertificationsOften requires personal care assistant or caregiver certificationTypically requires HHA certification or CNA license
Work EnvironmentPrivate homes, one-on-one carePrivate homes, hospitals, clinics
Job DutiesAssisting with daily living, companionship, personal hygieneAssisting with daily living, basic medical tasks, monitoring health

Private Personal Care providers focus on assisting clients with daily activities and personal needs in private settings, often without medical training requirements. Home Health Aides usually have formal medical certifications and assist with both personal care and basic health monitoring, often in medical or clinical environments. Both roles are essential in supporting individuals to live independently, but they differ mainly in certification requirements and scope of medical duties.

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Infographic showing various Private Personal Care job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 68% Full Time, 22% Part Time, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $31,761 per year, or $15.3 per hour.

Private Personal Assistant

Private Staff Group

Manhattan, NY • On-site

$45 - $50/hr

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Private Personal Assistant


Compensation: $45.00–$50.00 per hour, plus benefits Schedule: Full-time, with flexibility for occasional overtime and infrequent travel Location: Manhattan, New York


Private Staff Group is conducting a confidential search for a capable, intellectually engaged Private Personal Assistant for a private individual in Manhattan. The principal is completing her graduate studies and moving into the next chapter of her career.


This is a wide-ranging, right-hand role built on trust, judgment, and genuine partnership. The principal is sharp, well-read, and independent-minded, and she is looking for someone educated who can think alongside her, hold a real conversation, and bring both warmth and steadiness to the relationship. She has ongoing medical needs; this is not a clinical or caregiving role, and no medical credential is required. What matters most is wisdom, compassion, and the good judgment to know when to step in, when to advocate, and when to step back.


What You'll Take Ownership Of


• Managing a complex calendar across personal, academic, medical, and professional commitments


• Coordinating medical care and advocating for the principal when needed, always with discretion


• Researching and organizing information to support informed decisions, from healthcare to next steps in her career


• Handling day-to-day personal logistics, errands, and household organization


• Anticipating needs and quietly resolving problems before they arise


• Serving as a steady, thoughtful presence, especially during stressful or difficult moments Who We're Looking For


• Undergraduate degree required, with genuine intellectual curiosity and the ability to hold substantive conversations


• Highly proactive with excellent judgment and common sense; comfortable solving problems independently


• Warm, compassionate, and emotionally perceptive, with the composure to navigate anxiety or difficult moments alongside her


• Discreet, trustworthy, and deeply respectful of privacy and autonomy


• Comfortable supporting someone with physical and medical needs


• Seeking a long-term position and genuinely interested in building a lasting working relationship


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