Direct Care Worker (DCW)

Better Care is looking to hire a Direct Care Worker to work in the Philadelphia area. DCW will provide a number of services depending on the needs of the patient; these might include running errands, helping patient move around their homes, and assist patient with their activities of daily living. A good candidate must be reliable, self motivated, and caring as well as have a reliable mode of transportation.

Duties and Responsibilities

-Helps the elderly or physically disabled move from room to room around their homes.

-Assists individuals in dressing, bathing, and completing basic hygiene tasks.

-Oversees any required rehabilitation exercises.

-Ensures that individuals take their prescribed medications.

-Prepares meals that adhere to special dietary considerations.

-Assists with light cleaning and housework.

-Runs errands to the grocery store, laundromat, cleaners, drugstore, and other necessary locations.

-Serves as a companion for the elderly who live alone

Required Skills and Abilities

-Demonstrates patience and compassion.

-Possesses excellent interpersonal skills.

-Works well with a variety of different individuals.

-Possesses detailed knowledge of patient’s condition, symptoms, and medications.

-Exhibits ability to think quickly and act calmly in an emergency.

-Communicates clearly and effectively.

-Possesses strong listening skills.

-Possesses physical stamina required to help individuals move around.

-Reliable mode of transportation

Education requirement

High school diplomat or equivalent

HHA/CNA license preferred

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Salary: $13.00 - $15.00 per hour

Schedule:

Day shift

Holidays

Monday to Friday

Night shift

Weekends as needed

Experience:

Caregiving: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person