Direct care professional Jobs in Usa

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for a compassionate Direct Care Professional 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. Home-Instead provides non-medical, high-quality care to clients in a growing area.

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling
• Person-centered training
• Career path opportunities
• Rewarding experience
• 24 / 7 call support

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

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

Available to work different shifts, including nights and / or weekends

Prior experience in a healthcare, hospitality, or in-home care environment (preferred but not required).

Willingness to enforce health and safety standards

Supportive and compassionate

Take pride in providing high quality care

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination / harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.