Direct Care Worker - Emmaus, United States - PROVIDENCE HOME HEALTH
Description
'''Duties:'''
- Provide direct care and support to residents in an assisted living facility or nursing home setting.
- Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
- Prepare and serve meals to residents, ensuring dietary restrictions and preferences are followed.
- Assist with light housekeeping tasks such as cleaning resident rooms and common areas.
- Monitor and report any changes in residents' physical or mental health to the appropriate medical staff.
- Promote and uphold resident rights, dignity, and independence in all interactions.
- Provide emotional support and companionship to residents, fostering a positive and caring environment.
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- Previous experience in caregiving or a related field is preferred but not required.
- Knowledge of assisted living or nursing home regulations and procedures is a plus.
- Ability to perform heavy lifting and physically demanding tasks as needed.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build rapport with residents, families, and staff members.
- Compassionate and patient nature with a genuine desire to help others.
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
- Flexibility to work various shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time
Pay:
$ $15.00 per hour
Expected hours:
per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid orientation
- Paid training
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Day range:
- Monday to Friday
- Rotating weekends
- Weekends as needed
Shift:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
Work Location:
In person
