Direct Care Worker Part Time

Senior Services of Midland County is seeking a compassionate Direct Care Worker to join our care team. This is a part-time role that focuses on supporting aging individuals in the comfort of their home by assisting them in performing everyday tasks that will enable them to remain safe and independent in their home, while providing support and relief for the family caregivers. If you are a compassionate person who enjoys the company of older adults, then we would love to hear from you

Key Responsibilities as a Direct Care Worker:

· Assist older adults with daily household task in order to keep them safe including but not limited to, bathing and grooming, toileting, incontinence care, medication reminders, homemaking, and companionship.

· Driving to and from client's home using DCW's personal vehicle

· Work compassionately with older adults with varying degrees of physical and

cognitive limitations.

· Follow and meet the client's Care Plan of assistance.

· Document client visits on tasks completed, arrival and departure times, total time assisted, mileage, etc. using personal cellular phone. Adhere to the number of hours scheduled.

· Observe, record and report any change in the client's condition and home

environment to Home Care office staff

· Possess good customer service skills and display professionalism.

· Attend meetings, workshops and trainings as assigned.

· Perform such tasks as may be assigned.

· Ensure confidentiality of all client records and information.

· Maintain an awareness of and follow Senior Services Policies and Procedures with

special emphasis on safety, emergency procedures, sanitation and universal

precautions, as well as following common sense work practices.

Direct Care Worker Qualifications:

· High school diploma or GED equivalent (Required).

· 1 year of experience working as a direct care worker, direct support professional, nurse's aide, etc. (Required).

· 1 year of experience working with people in the elderly population.

· Dependable transportation and must maintain auto insurance

· Must be willing to drive to client's home throughout Midland County, mileage reimbursement available.

We offer:

· 401 (k) along with agency match after (enter timeframe)

· Regular, consistent schedule

· Day shift hours are available Monday-Friday. No nights or weekends, no on-call.

· Competitive pay based on years of experience

· Holiday pay, Sick time accrued based on hours worked.

· EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

· Safe and supportive work environment

If you are looking for a meaningful, rewarding role, while making a difference in the lives of older adults, apply with us today to become a direct care worker

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $14.50 per hour

Application Question(s):

• How many years of experience do you have working with older adults in their home (the older adult's home)? (1 year required)
• Do you have reliable transportation? (Required)
• Why are you interested in this position?

License/Certification:

• State of Michigan (Required)
• Automobile insurance (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15