Direct Care Specialist

ANGEL CARE HOME COMPANION SERVICES; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Competitive salary

Flexible schedule

Benefits/Perks

Flexible Scheduling

Job summary

A care service provider in Stamford, Connecticut, is seeking a Direct Care Specialist to assist seniors and individuals with disabilities. This role involves supporting clients' hygiene needs, providing companionship, preparing meals, and ensuring a safe living environment. Ideal candidates will have experience in caregiving, be compassionate and reliable, and possess necessary certifications. This position offers competitive salaries and a flexible schedule.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Caregiver, Home Health Aide, or similar role is preferred.
• First aid and CPR certification is required.
• Ability to adhere to all health and safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal hygiene needs and dressing.
• Prepare meals and snacks.
• Provide companionship and assist with errands.
• Light housekeeping activities
• Dispense medication
• Provide companionship
• Assist with errands and shopping

Skills

Compassionate

Strong communication skills

Respectful and ethical

Patience

Education

First aid and CPR-certified

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule
• Benefits/Perks
• Flexible Scheduling
• Competitive Salary
• 401 k

Job Summary

We are seeking a Direct Care Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will make a difference in the lives of seniors and people with disabilities by enhancing their quality of life. Responsibilities include assisting with hygiene needs, light housekeeping and errands, dispensing medication, and other tasks that improve the client’s living environment and standards. The ideal candidate is patient, compassionate, and reliable.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal hygiene needs and dressing
• Assist with mobility, walking, and physical therapy exercises
• Prepare meals and snacks
• Light housekeeping activities
• Dispense medication
• Provide companionship
• Assist with errands and shopping

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Caregiver, Home Health Aide, or similar role is preferred
• First aid and CPR-certified
• Knowledge of basic housekeeping tasks and cooking skills
• Ability to adhere to all health and safety guidelines
• Excellent communication and interpersonal spills
• Ability to lift heaving objects
• Compassionate, respectful, ethical