Direct Care Worker (DCW)

Eisenhower Center; Manchester (NH); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Eisenhower Center is seeking a Direct Care Worker (DCW) to provide exceptional care to residents, ensuring their goals are met in a safe environment. The role requires strong communication skills, a high school diploma, and a client-focused approach. Benefits include health, dental, and vision after 30 days.

Benefits

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Qualifications

• Healthcare experience, especially with disabilities.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to accept feedback and pass background checks.

Responsibilities

• Provide opportunities to help residents meet their goals.
• Ensure quality of care and a safe environment.
• Transport residents and attend appointments.

Skills

Client-focused

Strong communication skills

Proactive in providing care

Collaborative

Trustworthy

Reliable

Maintains confidentiality

Supports an inclusive culture

Education

High school diploma or GED

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Description

We are growing and looking for Direct Support Professionals!

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Job Details

Description

We are growing and looking for Direct Support Professionals! Do you have a caregiving background? Do you have experience providing exceptional care and redirecting behaviors? Do you have knowledge of CMH/TBI residents? If so, we invite you to consider a career at Eisenhower Center. Below are more details:

• Location: onsite in Manchester, MI
• Position: DSP I
• Hourly: $17.70
• Benefits start after 30 days: Health, Dental, Vision and more
• All offers of employment are contingent upon background screens

Essential Duties

• Provide opportunities to help residents meet their goals.
• Adhere to person-centered and behavior plans for each resident.
• Ensure quality of care and a safe, healthy environment, respecting residents' rights. Build trust and relationships.
• Transport residents, attend appointments, advocate, and obtain necessary documentation.
• Remain awake and accessible in homes requiring 24/7 care.
• Work consistent schedules and optionally pick up additional shifts with approval.

Required Competencies

• Client-focused with strong communication skills.
• Proactive in providing excellent care and achieving client goals.
• Collaborative and engaged with clients and coworkers.
• Trustworthy, reliable, and maintains confidentiality.
• Supports an inclusive culture.
• Follows all policies and procedures.
• Focuses on creating a safe, positive environment for clients.

Key Accountability Items

• Maintain performance standards: attendance, documentation, compliance, engagement, attitude.
• Be punctual and present for all shifts and reports.
• Ensure accurate and complete documentation.
• Comply with all training and policy updates.
• Engage fully with residents during shifts.
• Maintain a positive attitude and appropriate communication.

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Healthcare experience, especially with disabilities.
• Ability to accept feedback and pass background checks.
• Ability to follow instructions, work independently, demonstrate patience and empathy.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

The Ideal Candidate

• Excellent verbal and written skills.
• Ability to work independently or collaboratively.
• Leadership skills to direct and coach others.
• Knowledge of CMH/TBI residents and behavioral redirection.
• Ability to provide exceptional care and assist with ADLs.
• Client-focused, proactive, and discreet with confidential info.

Eisenhower Center is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, and all qualified applicants to apply. For accessibility assistance, contact us at [phone]. This contact is for accommodation requests only.