Direct Care Worker - Rochester

Anova Health Care System; Beaver (Beaver County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A health care provider is seeking a Direct Care Worker in Beaver County, PA. The role involves providing essential support by planning meals according to specific dietary needs, maintaining a clean environment, and offering companionship. Candidates must be at least 18 years old, able to communicate in English, and follow directions accurately. This position requires physical ability to assist consumers with daily tasks, and proper transport for commuting is essential.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be physically able to perform the duties of the position.
• Must be able to read, write, understand and speak English.

Responsibilities

• Planning and preparing meals according to dietary requirements.
• Maintaining a safe, clean environment through light housekeeping.
• Providing companionship and stimulation for the consumer.

Skills

Communication skills

Companionship provision

Basic hygiene assistance

Ability to follow directions

Job description

Direct Care Worker - Rochester

Anova Health Care Services, Inc. – Beaver (15074, PA).

Responsibilities

• Planning and preparing meals according to specific dietary requirements of the consumer.
• Maintaining a safe, clean and healthy environment through light housekeeping. This includes changing bed linens, dusting and vacuuming, cleaning kitchen and bathroom, and laundry.
• Providing companionship and stimulation for the consumer including reading, walks, etc.; and accompanying the consumer to MD appointments or other appointments.
• Grocery shopping or other errands when needed.
• Perform any personal care for the consumer including toileting, hair care, oral hygiene, bathing and grooming.
• Assist with ambulation when consumer uses mechanical aids such as a walker.
• Performing other housekeeping tasks as indicated in the care plan.
• Mandatory in-service education programs. 20 hours of in-service is required yearly.
• Mandatory six-topic annual training.

Employee May Not

• Cut the fingernails or toenails of any consumer.
• Perform any type of heavy housework such as cleaning stoves with oven cleaners, moving heavy furniture or appliances, shoveling heavy snow, climb ladders, etc.

Qualifications

• A PCW/DCW must complete the agency’s employment process.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be physically able to perform the duties of the position.
• Must exhibit mature, responsible behavior, and understand the need for consumer confidentiality.
• Must be able to read, write, understand and speak English.
• Must be able to follow directions and accurately report to the RN Supervisor any change in consumer’s condition.
• Must have reliable transportation to and from assignments.