Direct Care Worker

PRESTIGE HOME CARE LLC; Annville (Lebanon County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Job summary

A home care services provider is seeking a Director Care Worker to assist consumers with personal care and household tasks. Candidates must have a valid nursing license in PA or demonstrate competency through a recognized program. Responsibilities include maintaining hygiene and safety, documenting services, and complying with health regulations. This position offers flexible part-time or full-time opportunities in Annville, Lebanon County.

Qualifications

• Completion of at least the ninth grade; preferably with a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have a valid nurse's license in PA or demonstrate competency via an exam.
• Must understand and respect consumers' ethics and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Help consumers maintain good personal hygiene and a safe environment.
• Assist consumers with personal care activities such as grooming and meal preparation.
• Document observations and report changes in consumers' conditions.

Skills

Communication skills

Competency in personal care

Knowledge of agency policies

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Benefits

• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

Position: Director Care Worker, non-medical home care; Status: Part-time/Full-time; Reports to: Operations Manager

Responsibilities

• Follows the plan of care to help the consumer to maintain good personal hygiene and maintain a healthful, safe environment; perform ONLY those functions specified for each individual consumer.
• Receives written instructions from the supervisor.
• Knowledge of Agency policies and procedures.
• Is oriented and trained in all aspects of care to be provided to consumers.
• Ability to demonstrate competency in all areas of training for a direct care worker.
• Direct Care Workers may assist consumers with the following activities:
• Housekeeping
• Personal care including grooming and dressing
• Eating and meal preparation
• Oral hygiene and denture care
• Toileting and toilet hygiene
• ADL/IADL assistance
• Providing or arranging for social interaction
• Documents observations and services in the individual consumer record.
• Reports any change in the consumer\'s mental or physical condition or in the home situation to his/her immediate supervisor or Agency Manager.

Job Conditions

• The ability to drive and the ability to access consumers’ homes which may not be routinely wheelchair accessible are required.
• Hearing, eyesight, and physical dexterity must be sufficient to perform a physical assessment of the consumer's condition and to perform consumer care/services.
• On occasion, may be required to bend, stoop, reach and move consumer weight up to 250 pounds; lift and/or carry up to 30 pounds.
• Must be able to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing in English.

Equipment Operation

• Use infection prevention and control supplies as needed.

Company Information

• Has access to all consumer medical records which may be discussed with the Supervisor.

Qualifications

• Completion of at least the ninth grade. Preferably a high school diploma or equivalent.
• MUST HAVE:
• Valid nurses license in PA; or
• Demonstrated competency by passing a competency exam developed by the home care agency which meets PA state regulation; or
• Completed one of the following:
• A training program developed by a home care agency, home care registry, or other entity which meets the requirements of PA regulation for training.
• A Direct Care Worker orientation and training program meeting the requirements of 42 CFR 484.36 (relating to the conditions of participation; home care services).

Other Requirements

• Must be free from health problems that may be injurious to consumer, self and co-workers and must present appropriate evidence to substantiate per agency policy (e.g. TB).
• Must comprehends the basics of personal care, housekeeping and meal preparation and successfully complete the competencies.
• Must understand and respect consumers including ethics and confidentiality of care.
• Must follow care plan developed by the insurance company.
• Must follow department of health, department of labor and health insurance regulations.
• Must have a criminal history background check and other checks as required by PA regulation.