Direct Care Worker
AbaCares Services
Direct Care Worker
AbaCares Services
Posted 2 months ago
Full Time
Manheim Township, Pennsylvania
In Person
Smart Summary
Responsibilities
The Direct Care Worker will assist clients with daily living activities including personal hygiene, meal preparation, medication management, and household chores. They are also responsible for supporting client mobility and ensuring a safe, comfortable environment.
Qualifications
You have a high school diploma or equivalent and preferably previous caregiving experience. You are compassionate, patient, reliable, and able to follow detailed instructions while working independently. You can handle physical demands including lifting and assisting with mobility, and possess excellent communication skills.
Must Have Skills for ATS
Hoyer Lift
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.
Location: LANCASTER, PA, 17601
Schedule: Monday to Friday 10 AM – 3 PMKey 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.
- 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.
- Must know how to use a Hoyer Lift, sometimes 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.
AbaCares Services
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