Direct Care Worker

A Special Touch In Home Care
Campbell's Creek, WV, US
Full-time

Job Summary

We are looking for a compassionate caregiver to join our growing team! The right candidate has a can-do attitude, a friendly demeanor, and the ability to provide many levels of support to our clients.

Responsibilities

Provide personal hygiene assistance for elderly patients or those recovering from surgeries, injuries or accidents by attending to their basic needs, such as showering, bathing, dressing and eating

Remind clients to take prescribed medication

Help with mobility around the house or outside (doctor’s appointments, walks etc.)

Assist with personal care and hygiene

Plan and prepare meals

Complete client’s shopping or accompany them to successfully do so

Perform housekeeping duties

Report any unusual incidents and act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency

Offer activities that are essential for daily living by assisting patients with their meals, including serving and other tasks, if necessary

Transportation of client to and from appointments and errands as needed

Qualifications

Enjoy working in a one-on-one setting, eager to improve and continuously learn new skills

Ability to perform all essential job functions with or without accommodations

Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation every single day

Validated ability to act in a compassionate and supportive manner

Willingness to enforce health and safety standards

Supportive and compassionate

Take pride in providing high quality care)

Have own reliable vehicle and valid Drivers License

A Special Touch In-Home Care is a locally owned and operated company that provides compassionate, individualized care to the elderly and disabled residents of the Kanawha Valley and surrounding areas.

Founded on Appalachian values and a background in the medical industry, A Special Touch is run by passionate individuals dedicated to helping residents stay in their homes for as long as possible.

We are here to help in-home patients have a more relaxed and enjoyable life, all while receiving quality care in the comfort of their homes.

We pride ourselves in providing companionship for residents who request in-home care.

Our main goal is to help our patients achieve the best quality of life possible while maximizing their independence and dignity.

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