What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Care Worker (DCW) position at Home Care Powered by AUAF?
About Our Company
Home Care Powered by AUAF is a fast growing, non-profit organization providing non-medical, in-home services for over 25 years. Our mission is to provide quality, in-home service that will allow persons to live comfortably and independently in the familiarity of their own home.
About the Position
Direct Care Workers are general non-medical support services provided for persons who want to remain in their home. Services are provided by supervised Direct Care Worker (DCW) who receive specialized training. In-home services assist the client in meeting the demands of living comfortably and maintaining a personal residence. This position reports to their assigned Staffing Coordinator/ Field Supervisor.
Responsibilities
- Personal Care: assistance with routine personal activates. This can be helping a person dressing, bathing, and with eating.
- Personal Services: running errands and shopping; taking a client to appointments.
- Home Maintenance: assistance with chores around the house, such as cleaning, laundry and meal preparation.
- Help a person to become more self-sufficient; teach and encourage them to live most independent lifestyle.
- Documenting and reporting to your supervisor.
- Ability to travel to the assigned client’s house.
- Follow all AUAF policies and procedures.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required
- CPR and First Aid Certification
- Negative TB Test
- Completion of AHCCCS Training and Testing Program within first 90 days
- Authorized to work in the United States
- Successful completion of background checks
- Fingerprint clearance card
- Three references
AHCCCS training may not be required if the applicant:
- Passes AHCCCS standardized skills and written tests,
- Is a licensed RN, LPN, or CNA, or
- Is an Assisted Living Facility Caregiver with successful completion of assisted living facility training program
Preferred
- Speaks a second language
- Previous experience with attendant care
- RN, LPN, CNA
Required Skills
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
- Excellent customer service
- Superior organization and time management
Physical Requirements
- Lift up to 25lbs
- Sitting or standing for extended periods of time
- Ability to operate phone, mobile phone, EVV device, and mobile apps
EEO Statement
AUAF is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Ability to Relocate:
- Chandler, AZ: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19