Caregiver/Home Health Care

About us

Established in 2004, Hope Rising Home Care was founded with the sole purpose of providing our clients the upmost level of care, independence, and peace of mind, all within the safe haven of their own homes. Their comfort and sense of security is our absolute top priority. Our goal at Hope Rising Home Care is to treat our clients, our caregivers, and our team members like family with respect and kindness, while instilling confidence that we are always here to help. Our company motto is, "the only thing stronger than fear, is hope."

We are offering a $100 sign-on bonus!*

We pay weekly!

We are seeking a dedicated caregiver to start immediately for a client with special requirements for the position! This is a up to 68-hour weekly case, at the home of the individual you are providing services to.

What does a Direct Care Worker (DCW) do?

Direct Care Worker tasks include helping individuals with daily activities, transportation, accompanying them on outings in the community, cooking and serving meals, performing light housekeeping duties, and most importantly, providing companionship to individuals in need in our community and making a difference in their lives.

Specific job duties include:

• Provide companionship, guidance, and assistance to individuals in the completion of daily tasks & skills.
• Promote good hygiene and grooming for individuals.
• Assist with personal care (bathing, showering, toileting, shaving, dental & nail care, etc.).
• Administer and supervise the individuals in taking medications and treatments and record those activities under the direction of a nurse.
• Willing to work a flexible schedule. Actual duties may vary according to the client’s needs, specific assignments, or work site.
• Maintain, record, and review required documentation regarding the personal progress and skill development of each individual.
• Implement and document interventions as prescribed by the Individual Service Plan (ISP).
• May represent them at support services, including medical appointments.
• Provide guidance and assistance to individuals in the completion of light household chores.

Additional Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED
• HHA Certification or prior experience in a caregiving capacity
• Able to pass a criminal background check and willing to be fingerprinted per state/federal requirements
• Reliable transportation
• Reliable, energetic, self-motivated, and well-organized
• Must be physically fit and healthy enough to perform the routine job tasks including lifting up to 50# with or without assistance; walking, standing, or sitting for long periods; dexterity/able to use hands/fingers frequently; hearing and speaking to individuals; frequent movement such as bending, twisting, reaching, kneeling, stooping, climbing.

Benefits include:

• Weekly Competitive Pay
• Sign-on Bonus!
• REAL Health Benefits including Medical, Vision, and Dental through Highmark Blue Cross!
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off!
• ...and More!

*$100 sign-on bonus will be added to your fourth paycheck.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Altoona, PA 16601 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Altoona, PA 16601: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15 - $100