Direct Care Worker

All American Home Care LLC; Norristown (Montgomery County); Vor Ort; USD 25.000 - 35.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

All American Home Care LLC is seeking a Direct Caregiver to provide essential support to individuals needing assistance with daily living activities due to age, illness, or disability. This role involves promoting clients' comfort and well-being.

Key responsibilities include assisting clients with ADLs, providing companionship, and ensuring a safe living environment. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and ideally have a high school diploma. Flexible schedules including evenings and weekends will be required.

Qualifikationen

• 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) preferred.
• CPR and First Aid certification preferred.
• Ability to lift and assist clients as needed.
• Compassionate, patient, and reliable.

Aufgaben

• Assist clients with activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Support clients with mobility and provide companionship.
• Prepare meals according to dietary needs.
• Monitor changes in clients' conditions and follow care plans.

Kenntnisse

Compassionate

Strong communication

Ability to work independently

Patient

Ausbildung

High school diploma or equivalent

Jobbeschreibung

Job Summary

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.