Direct Care Worker-Duquense, PA
ANOVA HEALTH CARE SYSTEM·Carnegie, Pennsylvania
ANOVA HEALTH CARE SYSTEM·Carnegie, Pennsylvania
The Direct Care Worker assists consumers with daily living tasks such as meal preparation, light housekeeping, and personal hygiene. They also provide companionship and accompany consumers to appointments while following a care plan established by an RN Supervisor.
A Personal Care Worker/Direct Care Worker is a non-licensed member of the home health care team who assists the consumer with the tasks of daily living as outlined in a written care plan that is established by a Registered Nurse Supervisor and kept in the consumer’s home. The direct care worker is supervised by the RN Supervisor, Home Care Field Supervisor and/or Staff Coordinator at this agency and receives scheduling direction from the agency Staff Coordinator.
The duties of a DCW may include, but are not limited to the following: Planning and preparing meals according to specific dietary requirements of the consumer. Maintaining a safe, clean and healthy environment through light housekeeping. This includes changing bed linens, dusting and vacuuming, cleaning kitchen and bathroom, and laundry. Providing companionship and stimulation for the consumer including reading, walks, etc; and accompanying the consumer to MD appointments or other appointments. Grocery shopping or other errands when needed. Perform any personal care for the consumer including toileting, hair care, oral hygiene, bathing and grooming. Assist with ambulation when consumer uses mechanical aids such as a walker. Performing other housekeeping tasks as indicated in the care plan. Mandatory in-service education programs. 20 hours of in-service is required yearly. Mandatory six-topic annual training.
Cut the fingernails or toenails of any consumer. Perform any type of heavy housework such as cleaning stoves with oven cleaners, moving heavy furniture or appliances, shoveling heavy snow, climb ladders, etc.
Market context
Direct Care Worker positions in Pennsylvania are typically in steady demand because agencies need dependable staff for daily support and supervision. Competition often centers on reliability, communication, confidentiality, and the ability to handle physically active work, so candidates should review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time and confirm fit. Before applying, make sure you meet the age, transportation, and English-language requirements and can clearly describe your experience supporting others.
