Personal Care Specialist

Make Every Day Matter. Make a Difference With Ohio’s Hospice. Are you someone who finds purpose in helping others and takes pride in providing compassionate, hands-on care? Ohio’s Hospice is looking for a dedicated Personal Care Specialist to join our Lancaster team! As a Personal Care Specialist, you will play an important role in supporting individuals receiving hospice care.

You’ll help patients maintain comfort, personal dignity, and the highest possible quality of life while providing reassurance and support to their loved ones. You’ll also work closely with nurses and other hospice professionals to ensure patients receive thoughtful, individualized care. This position involves traveling to patients’ residences and care facilities throughout Lancaster and nearby communities.

Work Schedule & Location Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Weekend and holiday rotations required. Territory: Lancaster, Ohio, and surrounding communities.

Qualifications

& Requirements We’re looking for someone who is reliable, compassionate, and comfortable working independently while remaining connected to a supportive care team. Candidates should have: A high school diploma or GED. CNA certification preferred. Training may be available for qualified applicants. CHPNA certification is beneficial but not required.

We support employees who want to pursue additional hospice and palliative care education and certification. Basic computer skills and the ability to complete accurate documentation using electronic medical records. A valid Ohio driver's license, acceptable driving record, and active automobile insurance. Successful completion of required background and 10-panel drug screenings.

What Makes Ohio’s Hospice a Great Place to Work? Providing care is more than a job. It takes heart, dedication, and a team that supports one another. At Ohio’s Hospice, we recognize the value our employees bring and strive to create an environment where they can continue learning, growing, and making a difference. Our employee benefits include: Competitive wages.

Medical, dental, and vision coverage. Short-term and long-term disability coverage. Life insurance. Paid time off. 401(k) retirement plan with a 5% employer match. Tuition reimbursement opportunities. Mileage reimbursement for eligible work-related travel. Company-provided technology. Scrubs provided during initial onboarding.

Support and preparation for hospice certification, including pay incentives upon successful certification. A dedicated organizational preceptor to guide you through orientation and continued learning. Ongoing educational opportunities and professional development. Opportunities to advance your career within hospice and palliative care.

Find Meaning in the Work You Do Working in hospice means being there for people during some of life's most important moments. Whether you're providing personal care, offering a comforting presence, or helping a family feel supported, your work matters. As part of our Lancaster team, you'll have the opportunity to build meaningful connections with patients and families while working alongside professionals who share your commitment to compassionate care.

At Ohio’s Hospice, our mission is to celebrate the lives of the people we are privileged to serve by providing superior care and superior services to every patient and family. If you are dependable, caring, and ready to bring comfort to those who need it most, we would love to hear from you. Join Ohio’s Hospice and turn your compassion into a career with purpose!

Equal Employment Opportunity Ohio’s Hospice is an equal opportunity employer and complies with applicable federal civil rights laws. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex. Ohio’s Hospice is proud to be SAGECare Platinum Certified, demonstrating our commitment to education and training on the unique needs of LGBTQ+ older adults.

We value diversity and welcome members of the LGBTQ+ community to join our team.