Direct Care Professional

Professional Home Care Services, Inc.; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Supportive Team Environment

Flexible Scheduling

Meaningful Work

Job summary

A home care agency is seeking Certified Direct Care Professionals in Milwaukee to provide compassionate, in-home care for clients. Responsibilities include personal care, mobility assistance, and documentation of care. Candidates must have CDCP certification or extensive experience, a valid driver's license, and a willingness to travel. Join a supportive team and make a meaningful impact on clients' lives while enjoying competitive pay and flexible scheduling.

Qualifications

• Current Certified Direct Care Professional (CDCP) certification or two years of professional direct care experience.
• Valid driver's license and insured vehicle.
• Ability to perform physical duties, including lifting and transferring clients.
• Must pass pre-employment physical and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with bathing and personal hygiene.
• Safely transfer clients using proper equipment.
• Assist with prescribed range-of-motion exercises.
• Provide catheter care and assistance with bowel programs.
• Plan and prepare nutritious meals.
• Document care provided and communicate changes to the RN.

Skills

Certified Direct Care Professional certification

Reliability

Positive team-oriented attitude

Ability to follow care plans

Job description

Are you a skilled and compassionate care professional dedicated to making a difference?

Professional Home Care Services, Inc. (PHCS) is seeking exceptional Certified Direct Care Professionals (CDCP) and experienced Direct Care Workers to join our dedicated team. As a Federally and State Licensed agency, we are committed to providing a higher level of skilled, in-home care. We believe in the power of the patient-caregiver relationship and are looking for professionals who share our passion for delivering outstanding, compassionate care.

If you are a dedicated professional committed to helping clients maintain their independence at home with dignity, we encourage you to apply.

What You'll Do: Key Responsibilities

Under the direct supervision of an RN Case Manager, you will provide hands‑on personal care and support based on a customized patient care plan. Your duties will include:

• Provide Personal Care: Assist clients with bathing, personal hygiene, grooming, dressing, and other activities of daily living (ADLs).

• Assist with Mobility: Safely transfer, position, and ambulate clients using proper body mechanics and equipment such as Hoyer lifts, slide boards, and sit‑to‑stand aids.

• Execute Therapeutic Activities: Assist with prescribed range‑of‑motion exercises, application of non‑sterile dressings, and use of assistive devices.

• Perform Specialized Care: As directed by the RN, provide catheter care (including bag changes), colostomy care, and assistance with established bowel programs.

• Support Nutrition & Household Needs: Plan and prepare nutritious meals according to dietary plans, assist with feeding, perform light housekeeping, and shop for groceries to maintain a clean and healthy home environment.

• Collaborate and Document: Accurately document all care provided, report any changes in the client's condition immediately to the RN Case Manager, and maintain clear communication with the care team.

• Maintain Professionalism & Safety: Adhere to all agency policies, including the Exposure Control Plan, and maintain a professional, supportive relationship with all clients, including those with complex medical or psychological needs.

What You'll Bring: Qualifications & Skills

Required:

• Current Certified Direct Care Professional (CDCP) certification OR a minimum of two (2) years of professional direct care experience.

• A valid driver's license, reliable insured vehicle, and willingness to travel to client homes.

• Ability to perform the physical duties of the role, including lifting, transferring, and repositioning clients (with or without reasonable accommodation).

• Must pass a pre‑employment physical and drug screening.

• Demonstrated reliability, punctuality, and a strong sense of responsibility.

• A positive, team‑oriented attitude with the ability to follow care plans and take direction from RN Case Managers.

Preferred:

• Previous experience in a home health care setting.

• Experience caring for clients with complex conditions such as dementia, ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis), MS (Multiple Sclerosis), or quadriplegia.

• Proficiency in advanced care skills, including Hoyer lift transfers, catheter care, bowel programs, and range of motion exercises.

Why Join PHCS? What We Offer

• Competitive Pay: We value your skills and experience.

• Supportive Team Environment: Work closely with RN Case Managers who support you in the field.

• Meaningful Work: Make a profound and direct impact on the lives of your clients and their families.

• Flexible Scheduling: We offer opportunities that can fit your lifestyle.

Ready to join a team that values your expertise? Apply today!