Direct Care Companion

About the role

Lifesteps, a local human service agency with over 100 years of experience, is seeking compassionate and caring staff to work with adults who have disabilities in a residential home setting in Indiana, PA.

Responsibilities

• Aid in daily activities such as dressing, meal preparation, bathing, and transport to doctor appointments.
• Cook and serve meals.
• Clean the house.
• Shop for groceries and supplies.
• Provide personal care assistance like grooming or bathing.
• Administer medication.
• Achieve individual goals.
• Organize community outings and fun activities.

Requirements

• Age 18 or older.
• Ability to lift up to 200 lbs. with assistance.
• Valid driver’s license and auto insurance.
• Ability to obtain ACT 33/34 and FBI clearances.

Benefits

• 100% paid employee medical, dental, and vision insurance premiums.
• Vacation, sick, and personal/emergency time off.
• 12 paid holidays.
• Short and long-term disability life insurance.
• 403(b) retirement plan.
• Tuition reimbursement.

Pay

Steady, full-time hours available. Part-time hours with flexible scheduling are also available.

Schedule

• Evenings: 3 pm to 11 pm.

Qualifications

No prior experience necessary. Paid training provided for those without experience. Experienced home health aides, nurse’s aides, support assistants, and direct support professionals are welcome.

Skills

Compassion, patience, and strong interpersonal skills are essential.

Benefits

• Includes: 100% Paid Employee Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Premiums, Paid Vacation, Sick and Personal/Emergency Time, 12 Paid Holidays, Short and Long-Term Disability Life Insurance, 403 (b) Retirement Plan, and Tuition Reimbursement.

Apply

To apply, visit our careers page online at www.lifesteps.net/careers or call us at 724-283-1010.