What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional Role position at Interim HealthCare of NEPA?
**Healthcare Assistant Job**
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of others? Join our team at Interim HealthCare of NEPA as a Healthcare Assistant and support individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities in their daily lives.
**Salary and Benefits**
Our competitive salary of $17 per hour includes quarterly bonuses up to $200 annually. In addition, we offer health insurance, accrued PTO, referral bonuses up to $500, weekly pay, direct deposit, and more.
**Job Description**
As a Healthcare Assistant, your primary responsibilities will include:
- Caring for the personal care and hygiene needs of patients in facilities such as nursing homes, group homes, and personal care homes
- Helping with daily needs such as bathing, toileting, dressing, grooming, eating, and nutritional intake
- Assisting with ambulation, transfers, and range of motion exercises
- Checking vitals, measuring intake/output, monitoring blood glucose, and documenting any changes
**Required Skills and Qualifications**
To be successful in this role, you will need:
- A high school diploma or GED
- A valid driver's license and driver's license record
- CPR and First Aid certification
- At least six months to one year of experience working with intellectually and physically disabled individuals (preferred)
- Knowledge of Office of Developmental Program (ODP) (preferred)
**Benefits**
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Health insurance
- Accrued PTO
- Referral bonuses up to $500
- Weekly pay
- Direct deposit
**We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer**
Interim HealthCare is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
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