Direct Care Worker- IDD

Lifesteps Inc • Youngwood, PA

10d • Onsite

About The Position

accessAbilities, a local Home care agency, is immediately hiring Caregivers (known as IDD Attendants) to assist individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities in Youngwood, PA. accessAbilities values what is important to people with disabilities and their families, who are striving for an everyday life. An everyday life is about opportunities relationships, rights, and responsibilities. It is about being a member of the community, having a valued role, contributing to society, and having one’s rights as a citizen fully respected. It is a vision that the staff at accessAbilities share. Employees provide services to participants living in private homes focusing solely on the health and safety of the participant. Employees provide services to help people gain, maintain, and improve skills that allow them to live and participate in their local community. Our participants enjoy being involved in community events and we are always seeking out fun things to do locally!

Requirements

• Must be 18 years or older
• Ability to lift or transfer up to 100 lbs.
• Valid driver’s license and auto insurance
• Ability to obtain ACT 33/34 and FBI clearances

Nice To Haves

• High School Diploma or GED
• Previous experience as a Direct Care Aide, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Home Health Aide or Direct Support Professional
• Prior experience with individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities

Responsibilities

• Cooking
• Cleaning
• Home chores
• Shopping
• Attending medical appointments
• Making crafts
• Playing a board game
• Watching a favorite show
• Providing companionship
• Gaining socialization and adaptive skills
• Shopping and errands
• Going out to eat at their favorite restaurant
• Taking a participant bowling, to a movie, or the library
• Exploring a museum, amusement park, or festival

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED