Direct Care Worker/Caregiver

Visiting Nurse Association Community Services•Elkins Park, PA

18h•Onsite

About The Position

The Direct Care Worker/Caregiver provides compassionate, in-home personal care and support to help clients live safely and independently. Care is delivered in accordance with each client’s personalized Plan of Care. Candidates may be certified or qualify by demonstrating relevant skills and passing a skills or competency test. The role involves personal care, mobility assistance, support with physical therapy plans under supervision, monitoring and reporting changes in clients’ health, light housekeeping, meal preparation, shopping, maintaining a safe home environment, using PPE when appropriate, and documenting care through a telephony system. Work is performed in clients’ homes, with schedules that may include at least two weekends per month as scheduled.

Requirements

At least 18 years of age.
Completion of a formal certification program or ability to pass a skills or competency test.
Ability to read, write, and follow a written Plan of Care.
Good verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Neat appearance and good personal hygiene.
Dependability, reliability, and sound judgment.
Friendly, patient, and respectful demeanor with a sincere interest in caring for others.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical caregiving tasks.
Maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA regulations.
Ability to walk, sit, stand, reach, bend, and lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to handle high-stress situations and communicate clearly.
Must be able to work at least two weekends per month as scheduled.
Employment is contingent on successfully completing the listed clearances: PA State Police Background Check (e-PATCH), Child Abuse Clearance, FBI Background Check, MA Fraud Check, Social Security Verification, DMV Check, and a negative TB test.

Nice To Haves

Valid driver’s license, insured vehicle in good repair, and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

Assist clients with bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing, feeding, oral hygiene, nail care, and shaving.
Support client mobility through ambulation, transfers, positioning in bed, and use of assistive devices.
Support physical therapy plans and perform passive and active exercises under supervision.
Monitor and communicate changes in clients’ physical or emotional health.
Perform light housekeeping, including laundry and tidying bedrooms, kitchens, and bathrooms.
Prepare meals, including special diets, and shop for groceries and household supplies.
Maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable living environment.
Use personal protective equipment when appropriate.
Document care and submit timely reports through a telephony system.
Travel independently to clients’ homes unless exempt.