Direct Care Worker

Kaizen Lab Inc.; Carbondale (PA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaizen Lab Inc. is seeking a Direct Caregiver to provide essential support to individuals needing help with daily living activities due to age, illness, or disability. You will promote safety, comfort, and independence while maintaining dignity in daily care tasks.

Responsibilities include assisting with ADLs, mobility support, meal preparation, companionship, and adherence to care plans. Flexible scheduling may be required, with work settings including private homes or healthcare facilities.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Compassionate, patient and reliable caregiving approach.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a care team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
• Support mobility including transferring and repositioning.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.
• Prepare and serve meals per dietary needs.
• Assist with medication reminders where regulations permit.
• Perform light housekeeping and light laundry.
• Monitor changes in client condition and report to supervisors.
• Accompany clients to appointments or errands as needed.
• Follow care plans and coordinate with family and healthcare professionals.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Compassionate and patient

Reliability

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

HHA/CNA certification (state dependent)

Job description

Job Summary:

A Direct Caregiver provides essential support and assistance to individuals who need help with daily living activities due to age, illness, disability, or other conditions. They ensure clients’ comfort, safety, and well-being while promoting independence and dignity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist clients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
• Support clients with mobility, including transferring, repositioning, and using mobility aids.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.
• Prepare and serve meals according to dietary needs and preferences.
• Assist with medication reminders (if permitted by regulations).
• Perform light housekeeping duties, such as laundry, dishwashing, and tidying living areas.
• Monitor and report changes in clients’ physical or emotional condition to appropriate personnel.
• Accompany clients to medical appointments, errands, or social activities if needed.
• Follow care plans and work closely with family members and healthcare professionals.
• Ensure a safe and comfortable living environment.

Qualifications & Skills:

• High school diploma or equivalent (preferred).
• Prior caregiving experience (preferred but not always required).
• Certification as a Home Health Aide (HHA) or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) (if required by state regulations).
• CPR and First Aid certification (preferred).
• Ability to lift and assist clients as needed.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Compassionate, patient, and reliable.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a care team.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

• May require lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods.
• Work may be performed in private homes, assisted living facilities, or healthcare settings.
• Flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, may be required.