Direct Care Worker
Location: Throughout Delaware (Multiple locations available)
Position Type: Full-Time
About Us & The Role
Are you passionate about making a tangible difference in someone’s life? We are looking for compassionate, dedicated Direct Care Workers to provide essential, day-to-day support for individuals in our community. In this highly rewarding role, you will do more than just assist with daily living activities—you will foster independence, provide dignity, and build meaningful relationships. If you have a big heart and a strong sense of responsibility, we want you on our team.
Your Responsibilities
As a Direct Care Worker, you will be the cornerstone of our clients' daily well-being. Your core duties will include:
- Personal Care: Respectfully assist clients with daily hygiene routines, including grooming, dressing, bathing, and toileting.
- Daily Living Support: Prepare nutritious meals, perform light housekeeping, and help maintain a safe, clean living environment.
- Companionship: Build trust and rapport through active listening, meaningful conversations, and engaging in recreational activities.
- Health Monitoring: Actively observe and promptly report any changes in a client’s physical condition or emotional state.
- Care Plan Execution: Strictly follow individualized care plans to ensure the highest standard of personalized support.
Who You Are (Qualifications)
- Heart for Service: You possess a strong sense of responsibility, infinite patience, and genuine compassion for others.
- Experience: Prior caregiving experience is preferred, but we gladly welcome entry-level candidates with the right attitude and a willingness to learn!
- Availability: You have the ability to commit to a reliable, full-time schedule.
- Mobility: You possess a valid driver’s license, a reliable working vehicle, and auto insurance.
Onboarding & Compliance Requirements
Due to the nature of this work, all candidates must meet the following strictly regulated health and safety standards prior to starting:
- Tuberculosis Screening: 2-Step TB Test, Chest X-Ray, or QuantiFERON blood test (must be dated within the last 6 months).
- Drug Screening: Negative rapid drug test results (must be dated within the last 21 days).
- Clearances: Cleared state/federal background check and fingerprinting (must be dated within the last 6 months).
- Skills Assessment: Successful completion of a competency test (provided when you pick up your onboarding packet at our office).
- Verification: Ability to provide formal service letters and verifiable professional references.
What We Offer You
We believe in taking care of the people who take care of our clients. When you join us, you can expect:
- Competitive Compensation: A rewarding hourly rate that values your hard work.
- Work-Life Balance: Consistent, reliable scheduling.
- Career Growth: Ongoing paid training and continuous support for your professional development.
- Great Culture: A positive, inclusive, and deeply respectful team environment where your voice is heard.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $15.50 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Referral program
Work Location: In person
