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Summer Pca Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Home Health Aides, HHA

Deer Park, NY · On-site

$19.65 - $23/hr

... can enjoy your summer, while making extra $$$! Apply today! Certified Home Health Aide (HHA ... Active HHA or PCA certification * Must reside in Nassau or Suffolk County or have reliable ...

Travel Med Surg RN

Des Moines, IA · On-site

$1.9K - $2.6K/wk

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Administers PCA and Heparin drips * Unit features an emotional support canine * Uses EPIC EMR ... Required to work 1-2 of 3 upcoming summer holidays (Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day ...

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How much do summer pca jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for summer pca in the United States is $14.46, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.26 and $16.35 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a summer PCA?

Summer PCAs, or Personal Care Assistants, are individuals who provide support and care for people with disabilities, chronic illnesses, or those recovering from injuries during the summer months. Their duties may include helping with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, meal preparation, and mobility. Summer PCAs often work with children or students who require extra assistance when school is out, ensuring safety and promoting independence. This role can be in private homes, camps, or community programs and may include both personal care and recreational activities.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a summer PCA?

To thrive as a Summer PCA, you need basic healthcare knowledge, personal care skills, and typically a high school diploma or equivalent, with some employers requiring CPR/First Aid certification. Familiarity with patient mobility aids, hygiene equipment, and electronic documentation tools is often expected. Compassion, reliability, and strong interpersonal communication are vital soft skills for building trust and supporting clients' well-being. These skills and qualifications ensure safe, respectful, and effective care for clients, especially in flexible summer work settings.

What challenges do summer PCAs face and how can they be managed?

Summer PCAs (Personal Care Assistants) often face challenges such as adapting quickly to new clients, managing varied schedules, and balancing several clients' unique needs. Effective communication with both clients and their families, as well as strong time management and organizational skills, are key to overcoming these challenges. Many agencies offer training and support, and working closely with supervisors and peers can also help new PCAs acclimate and provide high-quality care.

What is the difference between Summer Pca vs Personal Care Aide?

AspectSummer PcaPersonal Care Aide
CertificationsCPR, First Aid, state-specific trainingCPR, First Aid, state-specific training
Work EnvironmentSummer programs, camps, seasonal settingsHome care, assisted living, healthcare facilities
Employer & IndustrySummer camps, community programsHome health agencies, nursing homes

Summer Pca roles are typically seasonal, focusing on assisting children or clients during summer programs, while Personal Care Aides work year-round providing daily personal care in healthcare settings. Both roles require similar certifications and serve in caregiving environments, but their work settings and seasonal vs. ongoing nature distinguish them.

How to get a job as a summer PCA with no experience?

To get a summer PCA position with no experience, focus on demonstrating a caring attitude, reliability, and willingness to learn. Obtain any required certifications such as CPR or first aid, and highlight transferable skills like communication and patience in your application. Volunteering or assisting with caregiving tasks can also strengthen your chances.
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Infographic showing various Summer Pca job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 32% Full Time, 58% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 7% Contract, and 1% Summer. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $30,074 per year, or $14.5 per hour.

Occupational Health & Safety Specialist (VALDOSTA MILL)

Packaging Corporation of America

Valdosta, GA

$25 - $30/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 26 days ago


Packaging Corporation Of America rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 151 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

36th of 119 rated packaging manufacturers


Job description

As a Fortune 500 company, Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) is an ideas and solutions company.  Our corrugated packaging business seeks to be the leader in helping our customers — large and small — package, transport and display products of all kinds.  Our white paper business delivers Paper With Purpose by providing the highest level of customer service and operational excellence.  We have approximately 15,000 team members in more than 100 locations in the United States that strive to meet the local needs of our customers.  Our mission is to serve the needs of our customers, today and tomorrow, with products and services that exceed expectations for performance and environmental responsibility.

People • Customers • Trust

We seek resumes for an Occupational Health & Safety Co-op (Summer & Fall 2026) at the Valdosta, GA. Paper Mill.

Principal Accountabilities:

Develop & implement training and evaluation programs for accident prevention.

Conduct site safety audits.

Make recommendations for compliance with occupational & environmental safety regulations, health, and fire Prevention.

Work with employees to implement accident prevention measures.

Prepare reports to update the Valdosta Mill’s Noise Control Plan based on information collected using sound level meters/noise dosimetry instruments.

Complete inventory of emergency response and mitigation systems by applying bar
Code technology for developing an internal inspection program (fire sprinkler system control valves, fire extinguishers, emergency eyewash /showers, etc.

Conduct contractor “work in progress audits.”

Conduct monthly inspections of ladders, eyewash/showers, and fire extinguishers.

Position Requirements:

PCA’s paper mills operate on a continuous basis – 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and 365 days a year. Candidates for this position must be able to occasionally work long hours and all shifts. During annual outages – typically two (2) times per year for a duration of seven (7) consecutive days – and during unscheduled shutdowns, all employees are scheduled to work 12-hour shifts. 

Basic Qualifications:

Must be a student in good standing with the University, currently enrolled majoring in Occupational Health & Safety, Environmental or equivalent applicable Safety program.

The student will either have completed the Freshman year or the Freshman year when co-op begins and express interest in Pulp and Paper Manufacturing as a career.

A minimum grade point average of 3.0 is required; you must pass a drug screen and be eligible to work in the US full-time.

Preferred Qualifications:

Pulp & Paper industry or manufacturing experience preferred

Experience in the occupational health & safety field.

The successful candidate must possess the following Knowledge, Skills, and abilities:

Ability to be able to work well under pressure and within time constraints, multi-task, and build sound relationships with both internal and external customers

Ability to exhibit excellent communication, analytical, organizational, and computer skills.

Capable of independently making sound decisions through creative problem-solving, ambiguity, and change

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple requests simultaneously

Ability to read and understand technical correspondence, memos, instructions, and reports.

PCA provides a competitive, comprehensive benefits package.

PAY & BENEFITS:
Salary Range:

$30.00 hr. Seniors

$29.00 hr. Juniors

$27.00 hr. Sophomores

$25.00 hr. Freshmen

$1000.00 Monthly Housing Stipend (if a student lives more than 50 miles from the facility)

1.5 pay over 40 hours in a week

Reasonable Reimbursement of Relocation to and from the co-op assignment

Medical Insurance if eligible

401k with company matching

Retirement Savings Plan

Educational Assistance Program - Co-op Fees

11 paid holidays

Vacation Time

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

  • Disclaimer: The Compensation and Benefits information in this posting represents PCA’s good faith and reasonable estimate of what it may pay for this position. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

PCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualified Applicants must apply at careers.packagingcorp.com to be considered.


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