at Delaware Caregivers (Elite Home Health Care) in Newark, Delaware, United States
Job Description
Direct Care Worker
Direct Care Worker (DCW) Job Description
Job summary:
A direct care worker provides assistance and quality care to the elderly, the developmentally or physically disabled, and clients in rehabilitation programs. The characteristics of a direct care worker are: compassionate, dependable, punctual, strong communication skills, respectful, professional, physically capable, detail-oriented, adaptable, calm under pressure, trustworthy, honest, emotionally stable, team-oriented, and exemplifies detailed knowledge of best care practices.
Position Description
A direct care worker provides a number of services depending on the individual's needs; These might include running errands, light housekeeping, meal preparation, bathing, dressing, toileting, personal hygiene assistance, stand-by assistance, companionship, and medication reminders.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Demonstrates patience and compassion.
Possesses excellent interpersonal skills.
Works well with a variety of different individuals.
Exhibits the ability to think quickly and act calmly in an emergency.
Demonstrates strong organizational skills.
Communicates clearly and effectively.
Possesses strong listening skills
Pays close attention to detail.
Education and Experience
A direct care worker holds a minimum of a high school diploma or GED; CNA license is a plus but not required. Direct care workers are also required to successfully complete a training program and pass a direct care worker's competency course with 80% or higher prior to working with clients.
Reports to Lead Staffing Coordinator & Director of Operations, and is a Hourly Employee
Pre-Hire Requirements:
Two step TB or Quantiferon(R)-TB Gold test per CDC guidelines
Physical Exam within the past year
Criminal Background Check
Adult/Child Abuse Background Check
Drug testing
Two Service letters and/or professional letters or references.
