Direct Care Worker - Exton

About the role

365 Health Services is looking for a Caregiver to join our team. The Caregiver is responsible for the physical care and emotional support of our clients who may no longer be able to take care of themselves due to illness, injury, surgery, or disability. The ideal candidate must be able to care for our clients and their property with dignity, patience, compassion, and respect. This person will encourage and remain empathetic to the clients at all times.

Responsibilities

• Provide light housekeeping
• Run errands or provide transportation if needed
• Accompany clients to appointments and assist with medications
• Prepare meals
• Purchase food
• Provide personal assistance with general living needs
• Assist with toileting, bathing, feeding, and grooming
• Provide financial aid if needed (e.g., balancing checkbooks, going to the bank, helping the client pay bills)
• Provide companionship and conversation by stimulating, encouraging, and assisting the client

Requirements

• High school diploma preferred
• Must be able to complete a criminal background report
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds at a time
• Ability to reach, bend, kneel, and stand for extended periods

Pay

Pay: $14-19/hr, paid weekly.