Direct Care Worker

The Direct Care Worker (DCW) provides non-medical personal care and assists with activities of daily living, and related services in the home for the sick and the disabled, when no family member can assume the responsibility. In this role, you will report to the Director of Operations (DOO)/designee.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Helps the consumer with non-medical personal care which includes but is not limited to: bathing, nail and skin care (does not cut nails), oral hygiene, shampooing, grooming, shaving, dressing as assigned

Assists with transfers and transfer devices including lift devices per state regulations

Prepares nutritious meals/snacks for the consumer, assists with feeding, encourages consumer to eat as assigned

Assists only with treatments, such as simple dressings, active range of motion, ambulation, and routine exercises as assigned

Provides basic emotional support to the consumer and other members of the household including dealing with difficult behaviors

Assists with instrumental activities of daily living such as grocery shopping

Helps maintain a clean safe environment for the consumer by assisting with general household activities/chores such as light housekeeping tasks, laundry, errands, etc.

Makes pertinent consumer observations, recognizes/handles emergencies, and seeks guidance appropriately

Reminds the consumer to perform self-care tasks such as self-administered medications (does not administer meds): the opening of preset medication containers and providing assistance in the handling or ingesting of medications, including controlled substances, prescription drugs, eye drops, herbs, supplements, OTC medications

May assist the consumer with non-medical health maintenance activities and routine wellness services such as enabling adequate nutrition, exercise, keeping medical appointments and other regimens

Escorts/transports consumers to medical appointments only when authorized/assigned by office staff

Provides companion services to assist functionally impaired individuals who cannot be safely left alone as assigned per state regulations

Recognizes and reports occurrences such as abuse/neglect, injuries, and sentinel events

Accurately reads and follows the Assignment/Service Plan

Accurately completes documentation for each shift/visit obtaining consumer signature and submitting within required deadline as instructed by local office

Reports any change in the consumer’s mental or physical condition or home situation to the DOO/designee

Calls the DOO/designee with any immediate consumer needs

Maintains confidentiality of client information adhering to HIPAA regulations

Consistently submits work availability to DOO/designee as instructed

Adheres to all polices and procedures especially infection prevention/control and safety

Carries out only those activities for which employee has been trained and supervised

Always maintains a professional standard of conduct and professional boundaries

Respects consumer control and the independent living philosophy

Participates in staff meetings, case conferences and other education as assigned

Performs other duties as assigned

Required Skills/Abilities/Knowledge:

Sympathetic attitude toward care of the sick

Demonstrated ability to read, write, and carry out directions

Good verbal and written communications skills required

Education/Experience/Licenses/Certifications:

High school graduation required

18 years of age or per state regulation

Benefits + Perks of Joining the Team Select Family

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k)

Referral Program

Flexible scheduling

Paid, hands-on training

Weekly pay

Tuition Assistance Programs and Continuing Education opportunities

Nursing programs for new graduates available!

Pay Range : $11.00 - $15.00 / hour

Team Select Home Care reserves the right to change the above job description and qualifications without notice. Team Select Home Care will not discriminate against you on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual preference, disability, political belief, veteran status, age, or any other status protected by law. Team Select Home Care is an employment-at-will employer.