Direct Home Care Worker

PACE Southeast Michigan; Clinton Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Direct Home Care Worker to provide essential support and services to participants in their homes and communities. This role emphasizes personal care, assistance with daily activities, and fostering independence among frail elders. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in caregiving, excellent interpersonal skills, and a commitment to maintaining the well-being of participants. Join a compassionate team that values diversity and offers a dynamic work environment, where your contributions will significantly impact the lives of those you serve.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience required.
• Completion of a formal training program in care assistance.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and assistance with daily activities.
• Maintain accurate documentation of services provided.
• Respond to emergency situations as per policies.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Sensitivity to Diverse Backgrounds

Ability to Work with Dementia Patients

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Formal Training Program (e.g., Patient Care Tech)

Job description

Direct Home Care Worker - Clinton Township

Job Category: In Home Services

Requisition Number: DIREC004303

Posted: March 13, 2025

Part-Time

Locations

Clinton Township | CLT
19700 Hall Rd
Clinton Township, MI 48038, USA

Description

DIRECT HOME CARE WORKER

Under the direction of the Center Manager and/or Team Lead/Home Care Coordinator, the Direct Home Care Worker provides supportive services to the participant; including but not limited to in the home or community setting, during transport and on appointments, or in the day health center. The PCA’s responsibilities for each participant are specified in the Direct Home Care Worker Care Plan. The following statements are intended to describe the essential elements, functions, and requirements of the position. The list should not be taken as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of an individual assigned to this job.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS:

1. The Direct Home Care Worker’s plan of care is based on the initial and ongoing assessments performed by a home care RNCM.
2. The Direct Home Care Worker assists in providing and/or maintaining optimal physical and emotional comforts to frail elders, in the participant’s home, community setting, day health center, and dementia unit, and during transport and on appointments.
3. The Direct Home Care Worker assists participants and their families toward achieving maximum self-reliance and independence within their environment, day health center, and dementia unit.
4. The Direct Home Care Worker performs the care or services outlined in the individual participant’s Care Plan; any Care Guidelines pertinent to the participant’s diagnosis are specified in the Care Plan.
5. The Direct Home Care Worker performs a variety of tasks and services for the participant, including:

• Personal care
• Assistance with activities
• Assistance with meal preparation / feeding
• Assistance with toileting / managing incontinence
• Simple treatments
• Shopping
• Medication reminders
• Laundry services
• Extended hours care
• Homemaking services / chores
• Transportation and off-site appointment support

The Direct Home Care Worker is responsible for accurate timely documentation as required by the service area they are supporting; including but not limited to the care and/or services provided on every visit and encounter, transport and appointment, and keeps the RNCM and/or clinic nurse informed of the participant’s progress.

Immediately reports all customer service complaints, all deviations from set schedule and appointments to supervisor / manager.

The Direct Home Care Worker responds to emergency situations in accordance with established policies and procedures.

Works only within established scope of practice.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Minimum High School Diploma or G.E.D. required.
2. Must have a minimum of (2) years of relevant work experience.
3. Must have completed a formal training program (Patient Care Tech, Nurse Assistant, Medical Assistant, etc.) outside of PACE SEMI.
4. The Direct Home Care Worker participates in annual, required in-service training and screening, including but not limited to: infection control, TB testing, safety training, and BLS training.
5. The Direct Home Care Worker must possess the ability to establish and maintain interpersonal and interdepartmental relationships, and respect the physical, spiritual, and well-being of participants and co-workers.
6. The Direct Home Care Worker must be able to organize and maintain flexible scheduling to coordinate job responsibilities.
7. Ability to work sensitively with individuals of diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.
8. Ability to relate to those participants with dementia and/or developmental disabilities.
9. The Direct Home Care Worker must be able to perform duties in an atmosphere of frequent interruption.
10. Must meet a standardized set of competencies (approval by CMS) before working independently.
11. Must be medically cleared for communicable diseases and have all immunizations up-to-date before engaging in direct participant contact.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

1. Driving is required within PACE SEMI catchment area.
2. Must have reliable transportation available on a daily basis.
3. Must have a current valid driver’s license.
4. Working conditions are variable, with exposure to communicable diseases due to the participant environment. There is also potential for exposure to chemicals such as cleaning solutions and medications.