Direct Care Worker

Requirements –

• Candidates must have reliable transportation and the ability to work a scheduled shift
• A negative 2 step TB test results, or QuantiFERON blood work or chest x-ray
• A clean criminal background check
• Job duties--
• All duties as assigned by the client’s Care Plan
• Assisting the client with activities of daily living including, but not limited to, bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, oral hygiene, ambulation and feeding
• Supporting and providing a clean, safe and healthy environment for clients and family members
• Performing light housekeeping such as cleaning/sanitizing kitchens, bathrooms, bedrooms; laundry, etc.
• Assisting in meeting the client’s nutritional needs by planning and preparing meals
• Assisting the client with ambulation/transfers as specified in the Care Plan
• Reminding the client to take self-administered medications
• Observing and reporting any changes in the client’s mental, physical or emotional condition or home situation to supervisor or agency manager and any other needed parties in a timely manner
• Establishing and maintaining effective communication and a professional relationship with clients, family members, and co-workers
• Participating in continuing education programs, staff meetings, and client conferences as required
• Complete required documentation of services delivered, including time sheets promptly
• Use equipment and supplies safely and properly
• Maintain client confidentiality at all times
• Perform any other duties as they become assigned
• Demonstrate competency by passing a competency exam developed by the agency which meets PA state regulation
• Work Remotely
• No

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $13.50 - $14.25 per hour

Work Location: In person