Direct Care Worker — 2nd Shift, Growth & Benefits

Legacy Healthcare LLC; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

Tuition reimbursement

Healthcare insurance (medical, dental,

401(k) with employer match

Internal advancement opportunities

Employee concierge program

Welcoming, team-focused environment

Job summary

Harmony House Care Center in Waterloo, IA is hiring a compassionate Direct Care Worker (DCW) to support residents with intellectual disabilities in a structured, team-focused environment.

You will provide hands-on daily living assistance, help with developmental activities, monitor health and safety, build respectful relationships with residents, and support nursing staff while maintaining a clean, safe residence.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong communication skills and ability to follow directions.
• Previous experience in a customer service or caregiving role preferred.
• Compassionate, patient, and team-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on support with daily living activities.
• Assist with developmental training and active treatment programs.
• Monitor resident health, safety, and overall well-being.
• Build positive, respectful relationships with residents.
• Support nursing staff with non-clinical care needs.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and supportive environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service experience

Caregiving experience

Team-oriented mindset

Compassionate

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Harmony House Care Center in Waterloo, IA is hiring a compassionate Direct Care Worker (DCW) to support residents with intellectual disabilities in a structured, team-focused environment.

You will provide hands-on daily living assistance, help with developmental activities, monitor health and safety, build respectful relationships with residents, and support nursing staff while maintaining a clean, safe residence.