Direct Care Worker- In Home Community Support - Intellectual Disabilities: Immediate Start

At CareSense Home Care we foster quality of life through our quality of care. We are committed to providing best-in-class home care services. Offering non-medical home care services such as companionship, homemaking, personal care, live-in's, transportation to the doctor or grocery, and much more. We need the best team to drive this mission. We are proudly serving 6 PA county areas, Dauphin, Cumberland, Perry, Schuykill, Lebanon and parts of Lancaster. To join the team apply today! Our goal is to improve quality of life for individuals with intellectual developmental disabilities.

BENEFITS:

• Competitive Pay
• Part/Full Time
•  Medical Benefits
•  Dental Benefits
•  Vision Coverage
•  Insurance:
  • Life
  • Accident
  • Death
  • Disability
  • Indemnity
• Referral Bonuses
• FSA
• 401(K) Plan

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 services/supports to individuals
• Assist individuals with developing socialization, meal preparation, and personal hygiene skills.
• Transport individuals to medical appointments, personal shopping, and recreation activities.
• Cultivate safe and supportive relationships via natural supports.
• Coach individuals with identifying and facilitating volunteer opportunities or paid employment.
• Complete necessary training based on the Individuals needs.
• Accurately completes all documentation and reports of individuals progress
• Provide personal hygiene assistance for elderly patients or those recovering from surgeries, injuries or accidents by attending to their basic needs, such as showering, bathing, dressing and eating

• Remind clients to take prescribed medication and assist clients with ambulation

• Help with mobility around the house or outside (doctor’s appointments, walks etc.)

• Assist with personal care and hygiene, plan and prepare meals and help with physical therapy exercises

• Complete client’s shopping or accompany them to successfully do so

• Perform housekeeping duties and report any unusual incidents

• Act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency

• Offer activities that are essential for daily living by assisting patients with their meals, including serving and other tasks, if necessary

Qualifications

• Enjoy working in a one-on-one setting, eager to improve and continuously learn new skills

• Ability to perform all essential job functions with or without accommodations

• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation every single day

• Validated ability to act in a compassionate and supportive manner

• Available to work different shifts, including nights and/or weekends

• Prior experience in a healthcare, hospitality, or in-home care environment (minimum of 1 year)

• Willingness to enforce health and safety standards

• Supportive and compassionate

• High School Diploma or equivalent/Experience as a Caregiver

• Take pride in providing high quality care

• Hoyer Lift Experience (specific to client)

• Background Checks will be required.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.