Direct Care Worker

AbaCares Services • Manheim, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

AbaCares Services is seeking compassionate and dedicated Direct Care Workers to provide essential support and services to clients in their homes, helping ensure clients’ safety, comfort, and well-being. Services include personal assistance, companionship, homemaking, and respite care. The listed schedule is Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. A car is required for transportation and shopping, and workers must know how to use a Hoyer lift. The role includes meal preparation, light housekeeping, bathing and dressing, mobility assistance, shopping, transportation, hygiene, toileting, bed mobility, and assistance with eating.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to carry out directions and read and write.
• Maturity and ability to deal effectively with the demands of the job.
• Sympathetic attitude toward caring for sick and elderly people.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Must pass a background screening and obtain required clearances.
• Must have a car for transportation and shopping.
• Must know how to use a Hoyer lift.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in a caregiving or direct care role.
• CNA certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal assistance and care, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
• Assist with homemaking tasks such as cleaning, laundry, and meal preparation.
• Offer companionship and engage clients in meaningful activities.
• Monitor clients’ condition and report changes to support their safety and well-being.
• Follow care plans and service plans tailored to individual client needs.
• Document care provided and maintain accurate client records.
• Assist with mobility, locomotion, bed mobility, eating, shopping, and transportation.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay.
• Medical coverage.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Supportive work environment focused on employee well-being and professional growth.

What This Job Offers

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