AbaCares Services
AbaCares Services
Posted 2 months ago
Full Time
Steelton, Pennsylvania
In Person
Smart Summary
Responsibilities
The Direct Care Worker will assist clients with daily living activities including personal hygiene, meal preparation, and household chores. They are also responsible for providing transportation and managing medication reminders to ensure client independence.
Qualifications
We are seeking a compassionate and reliable Direct Care Worker to assist clients with personal care and household tasks. Key requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent and a compassionate, patient, and reliable nature. Previous caregiving experience and excellent communication skills are preferred.
Job Description
About Us:
AbaCares Services is dedicated to providing compassionate and reliable care to individuals needing assistance with their daily activities. We strive to ensure that our clients receive the highest standard of care while maintaining their dignity and independence.
Job Description:
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Direct Care Worker to join our team. The ideal candidate will assist clients with personal care and household tasks to help them maintain their independence and quality of life. This role requires a high level of professionalism, empathy, and a strong commitment to client care.
Approved Weekly Hours: 49.13
Key Responsibilities:
- Meal Preparation: Assist with planning, preparing, and serving meals.
- Housework/Chore: Perform light housekeeping tasks such as cleaning, laundry, and other chores.
- Managing Medications: Assist with medication reminders and management.
- Transportation: Provide transportation to appointments, errands, and social activities.
-Hygiene: Assist with personal hygiene tasks, including bathing, grooming, and toileting.
- Dressing: Assist with dressing and undressing, ensuring client comfort and appropriateness.
- Locomotion: Assist with mobility, including walking, using stairs, and transferring from one place to another.
- Eating: Assist with feeding and meeting nutritional needs.
- Phone Use: Assist with making phone calls as needed.
Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Previous experience in caregiving or a related field preferred.
- Compassionate, patient, and reliable.
- Ability to follow detailed instructions and work independently.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Ability to handle physical demands such as lifting and assisting with mobility.
Benefits:
- Awesome healthcare benefit: FREE healthcare coverage for our employees.
- Competitive pay.
- Comprehensive training and ongoing support.
- Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of clients.
- Supportive and collaborative work environment.
How to Apply:
If you are passionate about providing high-quality care and meet the above qualifications, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter detailing your experience and why you are interested in this position, visit abacares.org/careers to learn more.
AbaCares Services is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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