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

Pay: $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