**NOW HIRING - ENTRY LEVEL**
Carevio Health is seeking a highly motivated Direct Care Worker to join our team. As a Direct Care Worker, you will be responsible for providing Community Living Supports and Respite Care to families and individuals with disabilities in Wayne County.
If you are compassionate, dependable, and love helping others thrive, this is the job for you!
Responsibilties:
- Provide direct care and support that is respectful, compassionate, and tailored to individual needs.
- Assist with improving activities of daily living, such as dressing, bathing, maintaining living spaces, meal preparation, etc.
- Assist with fostering independence and confidence in the home and community by engaging in meaningful activities and learning opportunities.
- Accurately record client data and progress, while maintaining compliant records and documentation.
- Stay up to date on required training and credentials.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Case Manager.
Qualifications:
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Valid Drivers License and access to reliable transportation
- Must be able to pass a criminal background check and pre-employment TB test
- Must have or be willing to obtain CPR certification
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Previous experience working with children or individuals with developmental disabilities is highly desirable.
Physical Requirements:
To successfully perform the essential functions of this position, employees must be able to safely and effectively meet the physical demands of working with children and adults in a dynamic care environment. These requirements include:
- Lift, carry, push, and/or pull up to 50 pounds
- Frequently stand, walk, bend, squat, kneel, crouch, reach, and transition from floor-level activities.
- Prevent and respond appropriately to elopement (wandering/running) by maintaining close supervision and when necessary moving quickly to safely redirect or follow a person in accordance with company policies and training.
Shift availability
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Afternoon Shift (Preferred)
- Weekends as needed (Preferred)
Carevio Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable law.
Pay: $14.00 - $15.00 per hour
Benefits:
Application Question(s):
- Are you at least 18 years old?
- Do you have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation?
- Are you able to pass a criminal background check?
- What days and times are you consistently available to work?
Work Location: In person
