Direct Care Worker

365 Health Services; Pottstown (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Referral program

Vision insurance

Job summary

A home care agency is seeking Direct Care Workers to provide personal care and assistance to patients. Candidates will perform tasks such as hygiene, mobility assistance, and documentation while adhering to safety and ethical guidelines. This role offers flexible shift options and aims to promote independence among patients. Ideal applicants will have a strong dedication to patient care and a desire to support families in health management.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform personal care and hygiene tasks.
• Respect patient confidentiality and autonomy.
• Document care provided accurately.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with personal care activities.
• Practices safe transfer and ambulation techniques.
• Ensure compliance with agency policies and procedures.
• Practices safe transfer, ambulation, normal range of motion and positioning techniques.
• Respects the autonomy and right to confidentiality of all patients and families.
• Documents care provided and response of consumer/family; submits documentation in a timely manner.
• Performs within the limits of preparation and experience.
• Ensures compliance with local, state and federal laws, Medicare regulations and agency policies.
• Maintains regular attendance and adheres to the agency's Code of Conduct.

Skills

Personal care activities

Universal Infection Control Precautions

Safe transfer and ambulation techniques

Documentation skills

Professionalism and ethical conduct

Job description

Direct Care Worker

At 365 Health Services, we take pride in treating our employees the right way – like Family. Weekly pay, sick time, benefits, 401k, over-communication, accountability, positive energy, and even employee appreciation parties are just some of the benefits of working with 365. Our Client Service Managers are available 24/7/365 to answer any of your needs or concerns via our on-call service. We provide a high-level training to ensure our employees provide the best care possible. Feel free to check us out on Google and see what our clients and employees have to say about us!

• Performs or assists patient with personal care activities as prescribed in the plan of care, including but not limited to hygiene, mobility and elimination. If unable to perform a certain task, reports to the RN or Director of Clinical Services immediately.
• Practices Universal Infection Control Precautions in all contacts with patients.
• Performs or assists patient/family with home maintenance activities as prescribed in the care plan, including but not limited to light housekeeping and meal preparation.
• Practices safe transfer, ambulation, normal range of motion and positioning techniques.
• Respects the autonomy and right to confidentiality of all patients and families.
• Document scare provided and response of consumer/family. Submits documentation in a timely manner.
• Performs within the limits of preparation and experience.
• Ensures compliance with local, state and federal laws, Medicare regulations and established agency policies and procedures.
• Consistently meets or exceeds 365 Health Services’ established service standards.
• Conducts all business activities in a professional and ethical manner.
• Maintains regular attendance.
• Adheres to 365 Health Services’ Code of Conduct.
• Interacts with all staff in a positive fashion supporting 365 Health Services’ mission and vision.
• Conducts all business activities in a professional and ethical manner.
• Complies with 365 Health Services’ general orientation and with agency policies and procedures including confidentiality and HIPAA guidelines.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary

Salary: Based on experience

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Choose your own hours
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Night shift
• Overnight shift

Work Location: In person

About 365 Health Services LLC:

365 Health Services is a licensed home care agency serving the Eastern PA Counties committed to providing the highest quality in home care with the best possible communication. With a leadership team that has over 25 years of combined industry experience, 365 Health Services is dedicated to serving you and your loved ones. Our promise is to go above and beyond your expectations all day, every day.