Direct Care Worker

Job Summary

Make a Difference Every Day with EverCare!

Are you passionate about providing compassionate, in-home support that enhances comfort, dignity, and independence? Join EverCare, where we support seniors and individuals with physical disabilities to age and recover with dignity in the comfort of their own homes.

Who We Are:

EverCare is inspired by the evergreen tree, which has long symbolized warmth, resilience, and support during life’s most challenging seasons. Our caregivers bring light and stability into homes, ensuring that those we serve maintain their independence, dignity, and connection to their communities.

As a Direct Care Worker, you will partner with individuals to assist with daily tasks, provide companionship, and support their well-being—helping them live comfortably and confidently in their own homes.

What You’ll Do:

• Personal Care Assistance: Help individuals with bathing, dressing, grooming, and hygiene to promote comfort and independence.
• Daily Living Support: Assist with meal preparation, light housekeeping, and mobility assistance.
• Companionship & Engagement: Foster meaningful connections and social engagement.
• Respite Care: Provide temporary relief for family caregivers while ensuring continuity of care.

Why Work with EverCare?

• Purpose-Driven Work: Be a vital part of helping individuals maintain their independence and dignity at home.
• Career Growth Opportunities: Explore pathways into nursing, community health work, case management, and therapy.
• Collaborative and Supportive Environment: Work with a team that values compassion, respect, and meaningful caregiving.

What We’re Looking For:

• Caring and compassionate individuals who are dedicated to providing warmth and stability.
• Reliable and empathetic caregivers who believe in supporting independence and quality of life.
• No prior experience required—just a passion for helping others and a willingness to learn!

Start Your Journey with EverCare Today! If you’re ready to make a difference and become part of a team that brings light and care into people’s lives, we want to hear from you! Apply now and help individuals live comfortably, independently, and with dignity every day.

At Home Assist Health we value:

Empowerment: We empower individuals and communities to take control of their health through education and support.

Cultural Competence: We value the rich diversity of our community and strive to deliver health services that are culturally appropriate and sensitive to individual backgrounds.

Compassion: We are committed to providing compassionate care and understanding the diverse needs of each community member, fostering trust and respect.

Integrity: We commit to maintaining the highest ethical standards in all interactions, fostering transparency and accountability in our work.

Job Functions

• Appropriately assists member with personal care activities, routine house cleaning, laundry, ambulation and transfers, meal preparation and feeding as indicated on Service Plan.
• Provides general supervision of the member and companionship in accordance with the member’s service plan as outlined by the assigned Member Care Supervisor.
• Coordinates shopping and accompany member on errands, doctor/clinic appointments and assist with arranging transportation as needed and/or as approved.
• Accurately document services provided and complete electronic visit verification in accordance with policy and service plan requirements on day that services are rendered.
• Immediately report any changes in member’s condition or incidents to the assigned Member Care Supervisor or Supervisor on Duty.
• Assignments are fulfilled with reliability and punctuality utilizing personal conduct guidelines outlined in the Member/Caregiver Agreement.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding all personal client information.
• Maintain training/certifications as required.
• Maintain a professional appearance and adhere to dress code.
• Conform to ongoing background/fingerprint/attestation/affidavits as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• Minimum of an 8th grade education, High school education or GED preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Requires the ability to read, write and speak effectively in English. If unable, must provide interpreter for interview, physical, and training classes.
• Good communication skills and the ability to follow directions, policies and procedures.
• Experience providing personal care and housekeeping, prefer three months to one year of experience as a caregiver.
• Additional experience or training may be required for specific services.
• Reliable, insured transportation or the ability to utilize the transit system to ensure clients scheduled hours of care are covered
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Bilingual a plus.

Training/Certification/Licensure

• AHCCCS Direct Care Worker Training or current AZBN CNA/LNA.
• Current CPR and First Aid Certification.

Background Requirements

· Must have DPS Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance (or be able to obtain one within 90 days hire).

· Must pass Criminal Background if applying for DPS Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card.

· Must pass APS Registry Check at new hire and annually.

· Must sign notarized Criminal History Affidavit at new hire and every 3 years.

Immunization Requirements

· Must have proof of TB Clearance.

Classification

This position is classified as Non-Exempt as outlined by the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

Working Conditions

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• May require sitting or standing for long periods of time.

Direct Reports

Reports to: Member Care Supervisor

Physical & Mental Limitations Statement

You are not required to disclose information about physical or mental limitations that you believe will not interfere with your ability to do the job. However, you should disclose any physical or mental impairment for which special arrangements or accommodations are needed to enable you to perform the essential functions of the job. Your description of any impairment and suggestions for reasonable accommodations will be considered in evaluating reasonable accommodations.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $16.00 - $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Shift:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Morning shift

Work Days:

• Every weekend
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16 - $17