Personal Care Worker
Get Paid to Care for Someone You Love
Become a Personal Care Worker (PCW) with Avida Personal Care in Milwaukee. Provide trusted, in-home care to a family member or friend — and receive competitive pay, free training, and flexible hours.
What Is a PCW?
Personal Care Workers are caring, compassionate individuals trained to help the elderly and people with disabilities perform daily living activities in their own home. PCWs assist with bathing, dressing, feeding, light housekeeping, and mobility — but do not perform clinical tasks like injections, vital signs, or physical therapy.
Bathing & Grooming
Dressing & Toileting
Meal Preparation & Feeding
Mobility & Ambulation
Light Housekeeping
Companionship & Safety
Do You Already Care for a Loved One?
If you're caring for a friend or family member with any of the following conditions, you may be eligible to become their paid Personal Care Worker in Wisconsin.
If any of these apply, you may qualify to get paid to care for your loved one.
From Eligibility to Payday
How It Works
Becoming a paid Personal Care Worker with Avida is simple. We guide you through every step.
- Step 01
Check Eligibility
Confirm your loved one has Medicaid, IRIS, or BadgerCare Plus and lives in one of the Wisconsin counties we serve.
- Step 02
Apply & Submit Documents
Complete our PCW application and provide a background check, ID, and any required program paperwork.
- Step 03
Get Approved & Trained
Once cleared, attend free orientation and training with Avida so you're ready to provide quality in-home care.
- Step 04
Start Getting Paid
Begin working the approved care plan and receive competitive pay for the care you're already providing.
Why Join Avida as a PCW?
We support Milwaukee-area caregivers with the training, resources, and steady pay they deserve.
Competitive Pay
Get paid for the care you're already providing to your loved one.
Flexible Hours
Build a schedule around your family's routine — no rigid shifts.
Free Training
We provide the orientation and training you need to get started — no experience required.
Dedicated Support
Our bilingual (English/Spanish) team is here to help every step of the way.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Personal Care Worker (PCW)?
A Personal Care Worker is a trained, compassionate caregiver who assists elderly individuals and people with disabilities with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) — such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, meal preparation, and light housekeeping — in the comfort of their own home.
Can I get paid to care for my family member in Wisconsin?
Yes. If your loved one qualifies for Wisconsin Medicaid or IRIS, you may be eligible to become their paid Personal Care Worker through Avida Personal Care. We handle the paperwork, training, and payroll so you can focus on caregiving.
Do I need experience or a certification to become a PCW?
No prior experience is required. Avida provides free training and orientation. You must be at least 18 years old, pass a background check, and complete our onboarding program.
How many hours can a PCW work?
Hours are based on your loved one's approved Medicaid care plan. Most PCWs work a flexible schedule that fits their family's needs — typically anywhere from a few hours a day up to 40+ hours per week.
Apply to Become a PCW
Ready to get started? Complete our online employment application or call our Milwaukee team and we'll walk you through eligibility, training, and next steps.
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Our team is fluent in English and Spanish, with many other languages supported through a translation partner.