Direct Care Workers

Job Summary

Make a Difference Every Day with EverCare!

EverCare is part of Home Assist Health, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization on a mission to be a bridge of compassionate equality for all people in their independence, health, and wellbeing. Our vision is to be a home care pioneer creating stronger communities one person at a time.

EverCare supports seniors and individuals with physical disabilities to age and recover with dignity in the comfort of their homes. Inspired by the evergreen tree—symbolizing warmth, resilience, and stability—EverCare caregivers provide essential support that helps individuals maintain their independence, well-being, and connection to community.

What You’ll Do

• Personal Care Assistance: Help individuals with bathing, dressing, grooming, and hygiene.
• Daily Living Support: Assist with meal preparation, light housekeeping, laundry, ambulation, and transfers.
• Companionship & Engagement: Provide supervision and companionship.
• Respite Care: Offer temporary relief for family caregivers.
• Transportation Support: Coordinate and accompany members on errands and appointments.
• Service Documentation: Accurately document all services and use EVV per policy.
• Communication: Report changes in condition or incidents to the Member Care Supervisor.

Qualifications

Education:

• Minimum 8th grade education required; High school diploma or GED preferred.

Experience:

• Preferred: 3 months to 1 year of caregiving experience.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English (interpreter required if not).
• Ability to follow care plans, policies, and procedures.
• Compassionate, reliable, and respectful with a professional appearance.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Bilingual skills a plus.

Training/Certification:

• AHCCCS Direct Care Worker Training or current CNA/LNA certification (AZBN).
• Current CPR and First Aid Certification.

Licensure/Background Requirements:

• DPS Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance (or obtain within 90 days of hire).
• APS Registry Check (initial and annual).
• Notarized Criminal History Affidavit (initial and every 3 years).
• Must have proof of TB clearance.

Working Conditions

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• May involve prolonged periods of sitting or standing.
• Classified as Non-Exempt (FLSA).

Direct Reports

Reports to: Member Care Supervisor

Physical & Mental Limitations Statement

You are not required to disclose information about physical or mental limitations that you believe will not interfere with your ability to do the job. However, you should disclose any physical or mental impairment for which special arrangements or accommodations are needed to enable you to perform the essential functions of the job. Your description of any impairment and suggestions for reasonable accommodations will be considered in evaluating reasonable accommodations.