Direct Care Worker

Acts Retirement-Life Communities; Hockessin (DE); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Acts Retirement-Life Communities is seeking Direct Care Workers, Companions, and Caregivers to assist residents in maintaining their independence. The role offers flexible hours in a supportive environment with extensive benefits, including health insurance and retirement plans. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and some experience in healthcare.

Benefits

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) plan with 4% match

Generous health benefits

Paid time off and holidays

Qualifications

• Must complete an on-the-job training course.
• Minimum of three months' experience in a healthcare setting.
• Passing a competency exam/evaluation is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the care of residents within gated communities.
• Perform personal services to enable residents to remain independent.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Join our team and grow with us both professionally and personally!

Next day pay: Work today, get paid tomorrow with our PayActiv benefit!

We strongly believe in providing our team members with great benefits, such as tuition reimbursement, commuter benefits, scholarship awards, professional development programs, university partnerships, referral and discount programs, appreciation events, wellness initiatives, and much more!

Acts Home Care is currently seeking Direct Care Workers (DCW), Companions, and Caregivers.

We offer flexible hours! No amount of time is too small!

In this role, you will be responsible for assisting in the care of our residents within our gated communities through the performance of personal services in order to enable the resident to remain independent in their home.

Requirements

The ideal candidate will meet the following requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Completion of on-the-job training course
• Minimum of three months' experience in a healthcare setting with hands-on client care
• Must pass competency exam/evaluation
• If transporting a resident, must provide proof of automobile liability insurance and valid state driver’s license

Team members are eligible for a generous benefit package including health benefits (medical, prescription, dental and vision), flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability programs, 401(k) plan (with 4% company match after one year of employment), paid time off and holidays, and much more! Eligibility may vary based on status.

For more information or to apply, visit us at www.acts-jobs.org and join our Talent Network to receive e-mail alerts with new job opportunities that match your interests!

Acts Retirement-Life Communities is one of the largest not-for-profit owners, operators, and developers of resort-style continuing care senior living communities, including independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing. The Acts family proudly consists of 28 communities in 9 states, and over 8,500 team members. Acts provides residents with a lifestyle that includes on-campus conveniences, services, and amenities such as casual and fine dining venues, beauty salons, fitness centers, security, healthcare, activity programs, and much more. Our team members are inspired by a culture of Loving-Kindness, and we are fully committed to appreciating the array of backgrounds and talents demonstrated by our team members.

Acts is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, non-disqualifying disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Acts is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our hiring process.

Pay Range

$16.06 - $18.71 / hour. Starting rate will vary based on skills and experience.