Direct Care Aide
National Lutheran Communities & Services · 1410a N Augusta St, Staunton, VA 24401
Posted about 3 months ago · $15.25 – $16.50
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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 81 days National Lutheran Communities & Services's roles stay open a median of 82 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- Yes 98% of National Lutheran Communities & Services's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at National Lutheran Communities & Services
- high 48 stale, 0 reposted of 50 open
- Hiring momentum
- 76 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-10-24
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from National Lutheran Communities & Services's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for National Lutheran Communities & Services.
About this role
As a Direct Care Aide at The Legacy at North Augusta, you will provide hands-on support to residents, assisting them with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming. Your role will also involve monitoring vital signs, documenting care, and encouraging residents' participation in self-care tasks while fostering a collaborative environment with healthcare professionals and families.
- benefits
- 4/5
- freshness
- 1/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 5/5
- pay transparency
- 5/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of National Lutheran Communities & Services as an employer.
What you need
- 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 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
What you get
- 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
Worth weighing
- Salary range is $15.25 – $16.50 an hour, final offer based on unique skills and experience
- The role involves physical tasks such as assisting with mobility and personal care
- The position requires effective communication with residents from diverse backgrounds
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Listed by National Lutheran Communities & Services on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-24. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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