I am a PCA . I care for the elderly in their homes aka private care. My current employer pays $13-16 an hour , but rarely more than 15 if they are being honest. I interviewed for another agency , and I up front told her “I like what I do, and am pretty good at it, but money is my main concern.” I was hired $18-$22 an hour, and I negotiate with the client , not the agency. If I want additional compensation , if I run an errand etc. I set my rate. Don't be afraid to be upfront, and bold. It's not enough to make me rich, but an extra $800-$1000 a month more. This can pay my rent, or at least most of it.