Direct Care Aide

Lifesteps, Inc.; Lower Burrell (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Lifesteps, Inc. is seeking compassionate Direct Care Aides to work with adults who have disabilities in a residential setting in Lower Burrell, PA. The role involves assisting individuals with daily activities such as dressing, meal preparation, and personal care.

Direct Care Aides will help with cooking, cleaning, shopping, and medication administration, as well as provide support during community outings. Join Lifesteps to make a difference in the lives of those in need.

Responsibilities

• Assist individuals with disabilities with activities of daily living.
• Provide personal care assistance like grooming or bathing.
• Transport clients to doctor appointments.

Job description

Lifesteps, a local, human service agency that has been in business for over 100 years, is hiring compassionate and caring staff to work with adults who have disabilities in a residential home setting in Lower Burrell, PA.

Responsibilities

Direct Care Aides (Caregivers) assist individuals with disabilities with activities of daily living and home care. The direct care aide provides assistance to adults with disabilities helping them with daily activities like dressing, meal preparation, bathing, and transportation to doctor appointments.

Duties can include:

• Cooking and serving meals
• Cleaning the house
• Shopping for groceries and supplies
• Personal care assistance like grooming or bathing
• Medication administration
• Community outings and fun activities