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Direct Care Worker (DCW)

Adult Learning Systems, U.P.
Ishpeming, MI Part Time
POSTED ON 12/5/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/4/2026

Start your career with Adult Learning Systems!

We are hiring for

  • afternoons and midnight mix.
  • 3pm to 11pm or 11pm to 7am. (whichever is needed)
  • 16-40 hrs. available
  • Days and afternoon mix.
  • 7am to 3pm or 3pm to 11pm. (whichever is needed)
  • 24 to 32 hrs. available.
  • Must be available for weekends.
  • Must be able to pass a background check.

Direct Care Worker positions are available immediately. Ideal direct care worker candidates will possess a strong desire to help others and make a difference in the lives of people who cannot adequately speak for themselves. You will be a companion and advocate for individuals with developmental and or physical disabilities. There are typically 2 or 3 staff per shift to work with 6 individuals who reside there. Duties include, but are not limited to, cooking, cleaning, socializing, taking people to dances, activities, etc. It is a fun and rewarding career. Direct Care Workers have the flexibility to schedule around college classes so you can earn a degree while working in the field of healthcare! Our non-profit has been in the Upper Peninsula, providing services for 30 years. Come join our team! No Highschool Diploma or GED required. Must be 18.

Direct Care Worker Qualifications and Skills:

  • No Experience necessary. All training provided and paid for at a regular hourly wage.
  • Direct Care Worker Benefits:
  • Flexible Scheduling
  • Pre-Tax accident insurance
  • Pre-Tax dental insurance
  • Pre-Tax Vision insurance
  • Paid Holidays

Direct Care Worker Job Type:Direct Care Worker Salary:Job Types: Part-time (with full time hours)

  • Part-time but in most cases can offer up to 40 hours per week.
  • $16.80 per hr.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $16.80 per hour

Expected hours: 16 – 32 per week

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Paid sick time
  • Paid training
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17

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