Alcona County Commission on Aging is looking for a full time Direct Care Worker to join our team!

　　A direct care worker/Provider aids and provides care to the elderly within our service program. The job description of a direct care worker involves patience, empathy, strong interpersonal skills, and detailed knowledge of best care practices. A direct care worker/Provider provides a number of services depending on the needs of the individual; these might include assisting in running errands, helping patients move around their homes, counseling individuals on independent living, and other activities of daily living.

　　Duties and responsibilities

　　The duties and responsibilities of a Direct Care Worker/Provider at ACCOA are as follows. Helps the elderly or physically disabled move from room to room around their homes.

　　Assists individuals in dressing, bathing, and completing basic hygiene tasks.Oversee and required rehabilitation exercisesEnsure that individuals take their prescribed medicationsPrepare meals that adhere to any special dietary needsAssist with cleaning and houseworkCookingCleaningLaundryEnsure that the clients are reaching their goals as outlined in the plan of careProperly document daily job dutiesQualifications

　　The minimum qualifications for a Direct Care Worker/Provider for ACCOA are as follows

　　Certified nurse's aide (CNA) Preferred (not required)CPR & first aid certification (Can obtain after hire)Successful completion of training programs provided by ACCOAExcellent written and verbal communication skillsHigh school diploma or equivalentSkills & Proficiencies

　　Willingness to work with clientsReporting SkillsAbility to demonstrate patience and compassionExcellent interpersonal skillsProfessionalismProblem SolvingAbility to work well with a variety of individualsAbility to possess detailed knowledge of a patient's condition, symptoms, and medicationsExcellent Verbal Communication (clear and effective)Ability to think quickly and act calmly in an emergencyStrong organizational skillsMultitaskAttention to detailTeamwork skillsDiscretion and judgmentPatienceEmotional strength to work with ailing clientsAbility to demonstrate an awareness of proper first aid and emergency response proceduresAbility to maintain a friendly and open demeanor at all times.Minimum Skills:

　　Direct care workers must be at least 18 years of age; qualified through education or experience, and possess, or develop before providing services, or the skills necessary to meet the needs of the recipient population.CPR and First aid (can be completed after hiring)Required education and alternatives to formal education; high school or general education development (GED) diplomademonstration to the program administrator of the ability to read written instructions and to make appropriate entries regarding services in the recipient's record file.Desired Assets:

　　ability to communicate with his/her supervisor and with the recipient and the primary caregiverability to understand the needs of, and to work with the recipient populationability to be guided by the plan of careability to handle household and medical emergenciesability to have a compassionate personalityability to communicate effectively with his/her peersJob Type: Full-time or Part-Time (Based on Employer's need)

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