Direct Care Worker

A Helping Hand Home Care Services, LLC; Hanover (York County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in home care services is seeking compassionate and dedicated caregivers to join their team. This role involves providing essential personal care to elderly clients, including hygiene assistance, medication reminders, and support with daily activities. With a focus on flexibility and continuous education, this company offers a supportive environment where caregivers can thrive. Enjoy the benefits of paid training, flexible schedules, and a rewarding incentive program. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and want to grow in your career, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible schedules

Paid hands-on training

Discounted YMCA memberships

Employee incentive program

Referral bonuses

PPE provided upon request

Qualifications

• Ability to perform essential job functions with or without accommodations.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle with current auto insurance.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal hygiene assistance for elderly patients.
• Remind clients to take prescribed medication and assist with mobility.
• Perform housekeeping duties and report any changes in client's condition.

Skills

Compassion

Patience

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

PPE (gloves and masks)

Job description

Do you enjoy helping others? Want to make a difference in the lives of people in your community? Are you compassionate, patient, kind, and loving? If so, A Helping Hand Home Care Services NEEDS you on our team! A Helping Hand Home Care Services is one of the leading home care agencies in the Hanover, Pennsylvania area. We provide non-medical in-home care for seniors and disabled adults. We serve clients in Adams and York Counties. We are dedicated to taking care of our caregivers.

CONDUCTING VIRTUAL INTERVIEWS

Paid Training
Weekly Pay
Same Day/Next Day Pay

Benefits

• We offer flexible schedules to work around your individual needs.
• We provide paid hands-on training prior to our caregivers starting their first assignment.
• We offer online continued education for our caregivers.
• We offer a SIMPLE IRA with employer match and supplemental insurance benefits.
• We offer discounted YMCA memberships and a discount on Verizon wireless accounts.
• We reward our caregivers through our employee incentive program.
• We offer employee and client referral bonuses.
• We provide PPE (gloves and masks) for our caregivers upon request.

Responsibilities

• Part Time to Full Time hours
• Provide personal hygiene assistance for elderly patients or those recovering from surgeries, injuries or accidents by attending to their basic needs, such as bathing, toileting, dressing, and eating.
• Remind clients to take prescribed medication, assist clients with ambulation, and help with physical therapy exercises.
• Help with mobility around the house or outside (doctor’s appointments, walks, etc.).
• Assist with planning and preparing meals.
• Complete client’s shopping or accompany them to successfully do so.
• Provide local transportation to appointments/errands.
• Perform housekeeping duties.
• Act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency.
• Report any changes in client's condition/behavior and report any incidents/injuries.

Qualifications

• Every other weekend is required to work.
• Enjoy working in a one-on-one setting, eager to improve and continuously learn new skills.
• Ability to perform all essential job functions with or without accommodations.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle with current auto insurance.
• Ability to pass Pennsylvania background check and FBI background check, if needed.
• Ability to pass online competency exam or provide current CNA certification.
• Validated ability to act in a compassionate and supportive manner.
• Available to work different shifts, including nights and/or weekends.
• Prior experience in a healthcare, hospitality, or in-home care environment (preferred but not required, 1 year of experience).
• Willingness to enforce health and safety standards.
• Supportive and compassionate.
• High School Diploma or equivalent/Experience as a Caregiver.
• Take pride in providing high quality care.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.