Personal Care Agreement Example In Massachusetts
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“The FLSA does not limit the number of hours per day or per week that employees aged 16 years and older can be required to work.”
Wage Increases Provided for in the New PCA Labor Agreement Effective July 1, 2019, the PCA wage rate will be $15.40 per hour. Effective July 1, 2020, the PCA wage rate will be $15.75 per hour. Effective July 1, 2021, the PCA wage rate will be $16.10 per hour.
Currently, Day/evening hours are authorized per week and can only be used between 6 a.m. and p.m. Night hours are authorized per night and can only be used between 12 a.m. and 6 a.m. Starting on August 27, 2023, MassHealth will authorize all PCA hours PER WEEK.
To apply for PCA services, you must contact a PCM agency. The agency will evaluate your need for PCA services and submit a prior-authorization request to MassHealth for you.
Are there any restrictions on who can be hired as a PCA? A person cannot be hired if he/she is the PCA Consumer-employer's spouse, parent/foster parent (if PCA Consumer-employer is a minor), or surrogate (legally responsible decision maker).
The number of hours one PCA can work providing MassHealth PCA services is limited to 50 hours each week unless you are approved to schedule that one PCA to work more than 50 hours each week. The 50 hour limit applies if the PCA works for you, or for you and other members.
To apply for PCA services, you must contact a PCM agency. The agency will evaluate your need for PCA services and submit a prior-authorization request to MassHealth for you.
How To Become A PCA: Skill & Education Requirements Obtain Necessary High School Diploma or Equivalent Education Level. Complete State-Approved Training Programs for Personal Care Aides. Acquire First Aid and CPR Certifications to Enhance Safety Skills. Develop Interpersonal Skills to Connect with Clients Effectively.
What is required to be a PCA in Massachusetts? Legally able to work in United States. Understand and carry out instructions of the PCA Consumer-employer. At least age 14.5 years old with working papers.
