What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Care Worker position at Eminence Home Care?
Eminence Home Care is dedicated to providing exceptional service to our clients and their families with a distinctive focus on dignity, respect, and independence. We are currently seeking compassionate and dedicated Direct Care Workers to join our dynamic team in the Hospital & Health Care industry. As a Direct Care Worker, you will play a crucial role in enhancing the quality of life for our clients by providing personalized care and support in their homes. Your responsibilities will range from assisting with daily living activities to ensuring a safe and comfortable environment. This position requires a strong commitment to fostering a sense of trust and companionship, as you will be working closely with individuals who may have varying degrees of physical and emotional needs. At Eminence Home Care, we believe in empowering our caregivers to take initiative and provide innovative care solutions tailored to each client's unique requirements. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and possess the necessary skills to excel in this role, we invite you to apply and be part of a team that prioritizes quality care and emotional support for those we serve. Join us as we strive to improve lives through exceptional home care and community outreach.
Responsibilities
- Assist clients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and meal preparation.
- Provide companionship and emotional support to clients to promote their mental well-being.
- Administer medication and ensure clients adhere to their medical schedules when applicable.
- Assist with mobility and transfers using appropriate techniques and equipment.
- Monitor client health and report any changes to the supervising nurse or management.
- Document care provided and maintain accurate records of client progress and needs.
- Support clients in engaging in social activities and personal interests to enhance their quality of life.
- High school diploma or equivalent; additional qualifications in nursing or personal care preferred.
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation to travel to client homes.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively interact with clients and their families.
- Basic knowledge of healthcare practices and principles related to caregiving.
- Ability to handle physical tasks, including lifting and transferring clients as needed.
- Compassionate, patient, and empathetic attitude towards clients.
- Willingness to undergo background checks and adhere to health and safety regulations.
Our mission is to provide and restore client dignity and independence in their homes through individualized care plans in an effort to reduce caregiver role and stress on family members while avoiding nursing homes and assisted living facilities.
Eminence Home Care, an affiliate of Ultimate Care, is a licensed home care provider located in Connecticut, Maryland, New Hampshire, New Jersey & Pennsylvania. We offer comprehensive home care services where we lead with our hearts to offer top quality and empathetic home care services.
Why Work for Us?
At Eminence Home Care, we are dedicated to fostering a people-centric culture that is pivotal for success in the contemporary home care landscape. Our unwavering commitment begins with inspiring and empowering our employees to unleash their full potential. We actively pursue avenues to cultivate a dynamic learning environment, allowing our team members to explore and nurture their passions and talents. Our goal is to facilitate holistic growth, both personally and professionally, whether within the office or beyond. Join us on this journey of empowerment and achievement!
At Eminence Home Care and our affiliates, we're committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you're enthusiastic about the role but don't meet every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply. You could be the ideal candidate for this or other roles!
Eminence Home Care is an equal opportunity employer committed to non-discrimination in hiring, valuing qualifications over factors such as race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation. Eminence Home Care is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans to foster an inclusive and accessible work environment. If you require accommodation, please inform us Eminence Home Care does not accept resumes from unsolicited search firms nor recruiters.
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