Direct Care Worker: In-Home

Visiting Nurse Association Community Services•Abington Township, PA

7d•$14 - $15•Onsite

About The Position

The Direct Care Worker (also referred to as a Home Health Aide) provides compassionate personal care and support to individuals in their homes, helping them live safely and independently. The worker delivers in-home assistance in accordance with each client’s personalized care plan. Duties may include personal care, mobility support, assistance with prescribed exercises under supervision, monitoring changes in health, light housekeeping, meal preparation and shopping, maintaining a safe living environment, using PPE when appropriate, and documenting care through a telephony system. The role requires following a written Plan of Care, maintaining client confidentiality and complying with HIPAA, and completing required background and health clearances. Work is performed in person in clients’ homes. Full-time and part-time schedules are offered, with flexible scheduling; workers must be available for 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/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 manner with a sincere interest in caring for others.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical caregiving tasks.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA regulations.
Must be able to work at least two weekends per month as scheduled.
Successful completion of the required 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 with bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing, feeding, oral hygiene, nail care, and shaving.
Provide mobility support, including ambulation, transfers, positioning clients 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 (PPE) when appropriate.
Document care and submit timely reports via a telephony system.
Follow each client’s written Plan of Care and maintain confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA.
Travel independently to clients’ homes unless exempt.