Direct Care Staff/ Caregiver

Premium Service Providers Inc; Florida; On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Premium Service Providers Inc is seeking a Direct Care Worker in Town of Florida, NY, to assist patients with daily activities, focusing on those with developmental, physical, and mobility issues. Responsibilities include personal hygiene care, meal preparation, running errands, and assisting patients with mobility. Ideal candidates should have experience as a Direct Care Worker or similar roles, a high school diploma, and a valid driver's license. Join our compassionate team to make a real difference in patients' lives.

Qualifications

• Exceptional ability to assist clients with mobility, personal care, and hygiene needs.
• Extensive knowledge of best practices in direct care.
• Relevant training and/or certifications in Direct Care Working is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform personal hygiene care and housekeeping duties.
• Prepare meals and assist clients with eating and drinking.
• Assist with the use of incontinence products or provide bathroom visit support.
• Run errands, including shopping for groceries and essential household items.
• Help clients from their beds into chairs or wheelchairs and back.
• Assist residents with medication as defined in the medication procedure.

Skills

Work experience as a Direct Care Worker or similar role

Client mobility assistance

Active listening and empathy skills

Basic housekeeping duties

Meal preparation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Palm Beach County & Surrounding Areas, FL

We are looking for a Direct Care Worker to join our team and work with our patients who have issues completing daily activities due to developmental, physical and mobility issues.

Direct Care Worker responsibilities include performing housekeeping duties, assisting patients with cooking meals and taking care of personal hygiene needs throughout the day.

Ultimately, you will work directly with patients to ensure they can complete daily tasks and errands.

Responsibilities

• Perform personal hygiene care and housekeeping duties
• Prepare meals and assist clients with eating and drinking
• Assist with the use of incontinence products or provide bathroom visit support
• Run errands, including shopping for groceries and essential household items
• Help clients from their beds into chairs or wheelchairs and back
• Assist residents with medication as defined in medication procedure

Requirements and skills

• Work experience as a Direct Care Worker or similar role
• Extensive knowledge of best practices in the provision of direct care
• Exceptional ability to assist clients with mobility, personal care and hygiene needs
• Ability to perform basic housekeeping duties, run errands and prepare meals
• Relevant training and/or certifications in Direct Care Working
• Exceptional in exhibiting active listening, empathy and patience.

Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum 1+ year(s) professional or personal experience supporting individuals with disabilities, mental illness, or challenging behaviors
• Must have a valid driver’s license and provide current registration and insurance