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When you want to find a new PCA, there are several avenues to explore:  word-of-mouth (asking friends and family members), posting a flyer in a community center, or using the Internet.  I prefer the Internet because it is fast and reaches a lot of people.  I use www.craigslist.com, www.backpage.com, and www.classifiedads.com.  There's usually a fee.  Post your ad under General Labor, not Medical/Health, for two reasons: (1) more people will see your ad if you list it under General Labor, and (2) a CDPAP does not require that your employee has specialized training or licensure.  You will be providing all the necessary training.  Personally, I prefer that the applicant does not have any prior experience.  I don't want someone who comes to the job with expectations or preconceived notions.  The best applicant for me is a blank slate upon which I can construct a really good PCA.

Written by Anthony Trocchia

Note: While Concepts of Independence does not provide guidelines or advice on hiring, training, supervising and/or terminating Personal Assistants, we are pleased that many of our Consumers are happy to offer such advice from their own experiences. They are peer mentors, and their advice is their own to offer, and does not reflect the policies or guidelines of Concepts of Independence.