Direct Care Aide

The Legacy at North Augusta– Where Direct Care Aides Make a Difference Every Day!

Job Title: Direct Care Aide
Job Type: Full-time
Shift: Day
Salary Range: $$15.25 – $16.50 an hour (Final offer based on your unique skills, experience, and professional background)

✨ New Opportunity for 2026! Start the Year Making a Meaningful Difference ✨

At The Legacy at North Augusta, compassionate care is at the heart of everything we do. We’re looking for a Direct Care Aide who is dedicated to providing hands-on support that helps our residents feel comfortable, respected, and valued. From assisting with daily living activities to being a friendly companion, every moment you share contributes to their well-being and happiness.

This new year, discover the rewards of meaningful work in a community that feels like home. Here, every act of care and every smile make a difference. Join our supportive team in 2026 and bring your compassion, skill, and heart to a role that truly matters.

Why You’ll Love Working with Us

• Resident Impact: Provide daily support, personal care, and companionship to help residents live with dignity and comfort.
• Collaborative Culture: Work closely with interdisciplinary teams, healthcare professionals, and families to deliver resident-centered care.
• Professional Growth: Enjoy a supportive workplace that values your dedication and encourages ongoing learning and advancement.
• Competitive Compensation: Benefit from a salary that reflects your skills, compassion, and commitment.

What You’ll Do

• Support residents in achieving their highest level of independence and functioning.
• Assist with daily living activities including bathing, dressing, grooming, and personal care.
• Encourage resident participation in self-care tasks while providing support and cues as needed.
• Take and record vital signs, monitor intake/output, and document care accurately.
• Assist residents with mobility, transfers, toileting, and incontinence care using proper body mechanics.
• Provide meal assistance including menu selection, feeding support, and post-meal care.
• Help residents with positioning, rest, and comfort throughout the day.
• Observe and promptly report changes in residents’ condition, mood, or appetite to nursing staff.
• Maintain resident rooms by changing linens, making beds, and ensuring cleanliness.
• Support social engagement by encouraging interaction during meals, activities, and daily care routines.
• Assist with orientation of new residents and staff to ensure continuity of care.
• Collaborate with the care team to promote each resident’s comfort, dignity, and quality of life.

What We Are Looking For:

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred
• Successful completion of a Personal Care Aide (PCA) training program approved by the Virginia Department of Medical Assistance Services OR of a Direct Care Aide (DCA) training program approved by the Virginia Department of Social Service
• Must complete NLCS’ Direct Care Aide (DCA) Program within two (2) months of employment
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing as applicable to their job responsibilities
• Ability to communicate and work with persons of varying educational and cultural backgrounds 

As part of National Lutheran Communities and Services, we offer great PERKS and BENEFITS to promote a better quality of life for our team members.

Our Comprehensive Benefits Include:

• Earn up to 5 weeks of PTO in your first year!
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
• Employer-paid life and disability insurance
• Pet insurance to keep your furry friends happy
• Team member recognition programs and discounted meals
• Up to $4,000 annual tuition reimbursement for continued education

At The Legacy at North Augusta, you’re more than a caregiver—you’re a vital part of a community dedicated to making every day extraordinary for our residents.

Apply today and join a team that values YOU!