Demo

Direct Care Worker

AbaCares Services
Palmyra, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/5/2026 CLOSED ON 5/4/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Care Worker position at AbaCares Services?

Company: AbaCares Services

Location: PALMYRA, PA, 17078

About Us:

AbaCares Services is dedicated to providing compassionate and reliable care to individuals needing assistance with their daily activities. We strive to ensure that our clients receive the highest standard of care while maintaining their dignity and independence.

Job Description:

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Direct Care Worker to join our team. The ideal candidate will assist clients with personal care and household tasks to help them maintain their independence and quality of life. This role requires a high level of professionalism, empathy, and a strong commitment to client care.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Meal Preparation: Assist with daily meal prep.
  • Housework/Chore: Perform light housekeeping tasks.
  • Shopping: Assist with grocery shopping.
  • Transportation: Provide transportation to appointments and community activities.
  • Hygiene: Assist with personal hygiene tasks.
  • Dressing: Help with dressing upper and lower body.
  • Locomotion: Assist with walking and mobility.
  • Transfer: Help with transfers and bed mobility.
  • Eating: Assist with feeding and ensuring nutritional needs are met.
  • Bathing: Provide support during bathing.
  • Stairs: Assist with stair navigation.


Requirements:

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Previous experience in caregiving or a related field preferred.
  • Compassionate, patient, and reliable.
  • Ability to follow detailed instructions and work independently.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Ability to handle physical demands such as lifting and assisting with mobility.
  • Must have a reliable transportation.


Benefits:

  • Competitive pay.
  • Comprehensive training and ongoing support.
  • Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of clients.
  • Supportive and collaborative work environment.


How to Apply:

If you are passionate about providing high-quality care and meet the above qualifications, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter detailing your experience and why you are interested in this position. Learn more at abacares.org/careers

AbaCares Services is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Salary : $14 - $15

If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets
This job has expired.
Employees: Get a Salary Increase
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Job openings at AbaCares Services

  • AbaCares Services Lancaster, PA
  • About Us: AbaCares Services is dedicated to providing compassionate and reliable care to individuals needing assistance with their daily activities. We str... more
  • 6 Days Ago

  • AbaCares Services Harrisburg, PA
  • AbaCares Services is seeking compassionate and dedicated Direct Care Workers to join our team. Our Direct Care Workers provide essential support and servic... more
  • 11 Days Ago


Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Direct Care Worker jobs in the Palmyra, PA area that may be a better fit.

  • Merakey Grove, PA
  • Position: Direct Support Professional Location: Pine Grove, PA, Orwigsburg, PA Pay Rate: $16.75/hr ($2/hr additional with Enhanced Pay Option) Shifts avail... more
  • 1 Month Ago

  • 365 Health Services Lebanon, PA
  • At 365 Health Services, we take pride in treating our employees the right way – like Family. Weekly pay, sick time, benefits, 401k, over-communication, acc... more
  • 1 Month Ago

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!