Compassionate Direct Care Worker for Elderly Residents

Midwest-Health; Morrison (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Midwest-Health seeks a Direct Care Worker to provide non-medical direct care for residents, helping with daily living activities, meals, housekeeping, and laundry. The role includes documenting resident information and following care plans.

Weekend and holiday availability is required, with emphasis on safety and compassionate patient care. Responsibilities include assisting residents in and out of bed, bathing, dressing, positioning, and monitoring basic health indicators, while maintaining a

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write, and understand English.
• Ability to follow safety policies and procedures.
• Flexibility to work rotating weekends/holidays.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to residents for activities of daily living.
• Assist with housekeeping, laundry, and mealtime service.
• Take and record vital signs as scheduled.
• Document and report resident information before the shift ends.
• Assist with mobility, transfers, and personal grooming.
• Support residents with feeding as needed.

Skills

Direct Care

Vital Signs

Housekeeping

Laundry

Documentation

Mobility Support

Job description

Midwest-Health seeks a Direct Care Worker to provide non-medical direct care for residents, helping with daily living activities, meals, housekeeping, and laundry. The role includes documenting resident information and following care plans.

Weekend and holiday availability is required, with emphasis on safety and compassionate patient care. Responsibilities include assisting residents in and out of bed, bathing, dressing, positioning, and monitoring basic health indicators, while maintaining a