What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Worker position at A First Name Basis?
Job Summary
We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Caregivers to provide essential support and assistance to individuals in need of personal care. The ideal candidate will have a genuine passion for helping others, particularly seniors, and will be responsible for ensuring the comfort, safety, and well-being of our clients in their homes or assisted living facilities. This role requires a strong commitment to patient care and the ability to work independently while following care plans.
Duties
- Provide personal care services including bathing, grooming, dressing, and toileting assistance.
- Assist clients with mobility and transfers to ensure their safety.
- Monitor patients’ health by observing and reporting any changes in condition or behavior.
- Administer medications as prescribed and ensure adherence to medication schedules.
- Prepare meals and assist with feeding when necessary.
- Maintain a clean and safe environment for clients by performing light housekeeping duties.
- Engage clients in social activities to promote mental well-being and companionship.
- Document daily activities, patient observations, and any incidents according to HIPAA regulations.
Skills
- Strong knowledge of patient care techniques, particularly in senior care settings.
- Experience in home health or assisted living environments is preferred.
- Proficiency in patient monitoring and observation skills to detect changes in health status.
- Ability to provide direct support with compassion and respect for client dignity.
- Certification in CPR is highly desirable.
- Familiarity with HIPAA regulations to ensure patient confidentiality is maintained.
- Excellent communication skills for effective interaction with clients, families, and healthcare professionals.
- Patience, empathy, and a strong desire to help others are essential traits for success in this role.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $11.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- Overtime
- Rotating weekends
- Weekends as needed
- Weekends only
Work Location: In person
Salary : $11
