Direct Care Worker (DCW)

Familiar Roads Home Health Care Agency; Yardley (Bucks County); Hybrid; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Flexible scheduling and live-in assignments

Opportunities for growth and training

Job summary

A local home health care provider in Yardley is seeking Direct Care Workers (DCW) to assist seniors with essential personal care and home support services. Responsibilities include aiding with hygiene, mobility, and meal support while maintaining a safe environment. Ideal candidates will have experience with seniors, valid CPR certification, and excellent communication skills. The role offers competitive pay and flexible scheduling opportunities.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience working with seniors.
• Must pass a criminal background check, TB test, and physical.

Responsibilities

• Assist with bathing and grooming clients.
• Prepare meals and assist with dietary needs.
• Maintain documentation and report changes in client condition.

Skills

Experience working with seniors

Current CPR certification

English communication skills

Education

Completion of a PA Department of Health-recognized program

Job description

Direct Care Worker (DCW) - Yardley, PA 19067

Location: Yardley, Bucks County, PA 19067

Employment Type: Full-Time | Part-Time | Live-In | Flexible Scheduling

Company: Familiar Roads Home Healthcare

Job Summary

A Direct Care Worker (DCW) provides essential personal care and home support services to seniors in the Yardley area. Under supervision, the Direct Care Worker assists with hygiene, mobility, dressing, meal support, and maintaining a safe, supportive environment that enhances the dignity and independence of each client.

Organizational Relationship

Reports to the designated supervisor.

Risk of Occupational Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens

Category B - Limited exposure.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a competency exam developed by the agency or a qualifying entity
• Completion of an agency-created training program that meets PA regulations
• Participation in a Medicaid Waiver or publicly funded home/community-based care program
• Completion of a PA Department of Health-recognized program

Additional Requirements:

• 2-4 years of experience working with seniors
• Reliable and verifiable professional references
• Current CPR certification
• Must pass a criminal background check, TB test, and physical
• Professional appearance and personal hygiene
• Speaks, reads, and writes English
• Reliable transportation preferred

Key Responsibilities

Personal Services - Assists With:

• Bathing (bed, tub, or shower)
• Grooming, hair care, oral hygiene, nail care
• Dressing, toileting, eating assistance
• Repositioning, mobility and walking support
• Routine skin care and applying lotion
• Medication reminders

Homemaking - Assists With:

• Meal prep and planning, including modified diets
• Feeding when needed
• Laundry and linen changes
• Light housekeeping: dishes, vacuuming, dusting, cleaning used areas
• Listing supplies and grocery shopping

DCWs Are Required To:

• Follow universal precautions and infection control
• Maintain confidentiality at all times
• Perform only tasks listed in each client’s individualized service plan
• Recognize/respond to changes in client condition or needs
• Complete daily documentation accurately and submit weekly
• Report incidents or emergencies immediately
• Attend required annual in-service training
• Maintain professional communication and appearance
• Cooperate with supervisors, families, and clients

Functional Abilities

Ability to lift/carry up to 10 lbs up stairs

Able to bend, stoop, and travel locally

Must hear and communicate clearly in English

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay
• Flexible scheduling and live-in assignments available
• Supportive and respectful team atmosphere
• Opportunities for growth and training
• Meaningful work helping seniors age in place with dignity

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