Direct Care Worker DCW Qualifications 1st Shift 700 AM 300 PM

Higher Heights Home Care Inc; Wilson (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading home care service provider in North Carolina is seeking candidates for positions requiring a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license, and experience in residential treatment or behavioral health settings. The role emphasizes crisis intervention training and strong documentation and communication skills. Candidates must be at least 21 years old and comply with state regulations including necessary background checks.

Qualifications

• Experience in residential treatment, group homes, or behavioral health settings.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Valid driver's license is required.
• Ability to pass NC SBI criminal background check.
• Sex Offender Registry Check (State & National).
• Drug screen and TB screening required.
• Must meet NC DHHS 1700 training requirements.
• Maintain alertness, supervision, and documentation standards.

Skills

Crisis Intervention training

Documentation skills

Communication skills

Trauma-Informed Care

CPR Certification

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in residential treatment, group homes, or behavioral health settings.
• Crisis Intervention training (CPI, NCI, or equivalent).
• Trauma-Informed Care experience.
• Strong documentation and communication skills.
• CPR Certification (Adult & Youth) - Preferred

Required Qualifications (NC & CARF Compliant)

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum 21 years of age
• Valid North Carolina Driver's License
• Ability to pass NC SBI Criminal Background Check
• Sex Offender Registry Check (State & National)
• Drug Screen and TB Screening
• Ability to meet all NC DHHS 1700 training requirements
• Ability to maintain alertness, supervision, and documentation standards

Regulatory Compliance

These qualifications align with North Carolina DHHS 10A NCAC 27G.1700 requirements and CARF accreditation standards for residential treatment facilities.