Direct Care Worker
North Hills & Wexford, PA
Full Time
Entry Level
Job Summary
Direct Care Workers are responsible for providing care, training, and support to the participants receiving Personal Assistance Services. The Direct Care Workers will possess a working knowledge of and assist with the health care, safety, life management, community integration, household management, employment, and educational needs of program participants.
Staff Responsibilities
- Follows all policies and procedures as required by SBAWP, accreditation, and licensing agencies.
- Identifies staff educational needs and works with appropriate people to meet those needs.
- Attends all scheduled staff meetings.
- Oversees the use of all buildings and equipment owned, used, or leased by the organization to avoid unnecessary damage and unwarranted wear. Report damage and repair needs to the manager immediately.
- Understands and applies skills and knowledge related to the safety and emergency procedures, self-care routines, cognitive limitations, and basic teaching skills.
- Completes all assigned duties in the allotted time frame.
- Represents the SBAWP as a leader in providing direct program services.
- Demonstrates commitment to the individuals being served through professional presentation of self and through initiative, enthusiasm, and flexibility.
- Remains current through the related literature. Supports a spirit of inquiry and innovation in practice.
- Accepts responsibility for professional development.
- Identifies potential risks and investigates incidents. Takes appropriate corrective action and evaluates effectiveness.
- Maintains competency in CPR, first aid, and personal care components of the role.
- Participates in the orientation of new staff.
- Maintains confidentiality.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required: High school graduate or equivalent
Ability to bend, lift, and assist with physical care.
Flexibility in scheduling
Able to work evenings/nights/weekends
Effective communication skills
Valid PA driver’s license
CPR and first aid certification
Act 33/34 clearance
FBI fingerprint clearance
Be screened and found to be free of Mycobacterium tuberculosis
Preferred: Bachelors degree in special education, education, social services, psychology, rehabilitative services, health care, special education, education or related field
Experience working with persons with disabilities
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