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Direct Care Worker (DCW) - Morrisville, PA 19067
Location: Morrisville, Bucks County, PA 19067Employment Type: Full-Time | Part-Time | Live-In | Flexible Scheduling
Company: Familiar Roads Home Healthcare
Job Summary
A Direct Care Worker (DCW) provides personal care and home support services to seniors in the Morrisville area. Under supervision, the Direct Care Worker assists with personal hygiene, mobility, dressing, feeding, and maintaining a clean, safe environment to enhance each client's quality of life.
Organizational Relationship
Reports to the designated supervisor.
Risk of Occupational Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens
Category B - Limited exposure.
Qualifications
Candidates must meet at least one of the following Pennsylvania state-approved training requirements:
Pass a competency exam developed by the agency or a recognized entity
Complete a training program developed by the agency that meets state requirements
Be trained through participation in a Medicaid Waiver or other publicly funded home/community-based program
Complete a training program approved by the PA Department of Health
Additional Requirements:
2-4 years of experience working with seniors in home care
Reliable and verifiable professional references
Current CPR certification
Must pass a criminal background check, TB test, and physical
Good hygiene and professional appearance
Ability to speak, read, and write in English
Reliable transportation preferred
Key Responsibilities
Personal Services - Assists With:
Bathing (tub, shower, or bed)
Oral hygiene and grooming
Hair and nail care
Routine skin care and lotion massage
Positioning and turning clients in bed or chair
Dressing, toileting, and feeding
Mobility assistance and walking support
Medication reminders
Homemaking - Assists With:
Meal planning and preparation (including modified diets)
Feeding assistance
Linen changes (occupied and unoccupied)
Laundry (client’s only)
Light housekeeping (dishes, dusting, vacuuming in client areas)
Listing supplies and grocery shopping
DCWs Are Required To:
Follow universal precautions and infection control guidelines
Maintain strict confidentiality
Perform only tasks listed in the individual client’s care plan
Recognize and respond to client needs, conditions, and emergencies
Submit accurate daily activity logs weekly
Follow agency policies, attendance standards, and client rights
Attend annual in-service training
Participate in supervision and communicate openly
Maintain a professional and presentable appearance
Functional Abilities
Able to lift/carry bundles upstairs (up to 10 lbs)
Able to stoop, bend, and travel to client residences
Must be able to hear and communicate clearly in English
Benefits:
Competitive hourly pay
Flexible scheduling and live-in opportunities available
Supportive team environment
Professional development and ongoing training
Fulfilling work that truly makes a difference
Apply today to become part of the Familiar Roads Home Healthcare team serving the Morrisville community (19067)!
How to Apply
If you’re passionate about providing exceptional care and looking to join a team that values its employees and clients, we’d love to hear from you! Submit your application online or email your resume to info@familiarroadshomehealth.com
Familiar Roads Home Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees
Location: Morrisville, Bucks County, PA 19067Employment Type: Full-Time | Part-Time | Live-In | Flexible Scheduling
Company: Familiar Roads Home Healthcare
Job Summary
A Direct Care Worker (DCW) provides personal care and home support services to seniors in the Morrisville area. Under supervision, the Direct Care Worker assists with personal hygiene, mobility, dressing, feeding, and maintaining a clean, safe environment to enhance each client's quality of life.
Organizational Relationship
Reports to the designated supervisor.
Risk of Occupational Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens
Category B - Limited exposure.
Qualifications
Candidates must meet at least one of the following Pennsylvania state-approved training requirements:
Pass a competency exam developed by the agency or a recognized entity
Complete a training program developed by the agency that meets state requirements
Be trained through participation in a Medicaid Waiver or other publicly funded home/community-based program
Complete a training program approved by the PA Department of Health
Additional Requirements:
2-4 years of experience working with seniors in home care
Reliable and verifiable professional references
Current CPR certification
Must pass a criminal background check, TB test, and physical
Good hygiene and professional appearance
Ability to speak, read, and write in English
Reliable transportation preferred
Key Responsibilities
Personal Services - Assists With:
Bathing (tub, shower, or bed)
Oral hygiene and grooming
Hair and nail care
Routine skin care and lotion massage
Positioning and turning clients in bed or chair
Dressing, toileting, and feeding
Mobility assistance and walking support
Medication reminders
Homemaking - Assists With:
Meal planning and preparation (including modified diets)
Feeding assistance
Linen changes (occupied and unoccupied)
Laundry (client’s only)
Light housekeeping (dishes, dusting, vacuuming in client areas)
Listing supplies and grocery shopping
DCWs Are Required To:
Follow universal precautions and infection control guidelines
Maintain strict confidentiality
Perform only tasks listed in the individual client’s care plan
Recognize and respond to client needs, conditions, and emergencies
Submit accurate daily activity logs weekly
Follow agency policies, attendance standards, and client rights
Attend annual in-service training
Participate in supervision and communicate openly
Maintain a professional and presentable appearance
Functional Abilities
Able to lift/carry bundles upstairs (up to 10 lbs)
Able to stoop, bend, and travel to client residences
Must be able to hear and communicate clearly in English
Benefits:
Competitive hourly pay
Flexible scheduling and live-in opportunities available
Supportive team environment
Professional development and ongoing training
Fulfilling work that truly makes a difference
Apply today to become part of the Familiar Roads Home Healthcare team serving the Morrisville community (19067)!
How to Apply
If you’re passionate about providing exceptional care and looking to join a team that values its employees and clients, we’d love to hear from you! Submit your application online or email your resume to info@familiarroadshomehealth.com
Familiar Roads Home Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees
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