$12.50 - $16.25/hr
Other
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO
Posted 23 days ago
Job description
Join the Caregiving Team at Lifesteps
Lifesteps, a local, human service agency that has been in business for over 100 years, is hiring compassionate and caring staff to work with adults who have disabilities in a residential home setting in Butler, PA.
Direct Care Aides (Caregivers) assist special needs individuals with their activities of daily living and home care. The direct care aide provides assistance to adults with disabilities helping them with daily activities like dressing, meal preparation, bathing, and transport to doctor appointments.
Duties can include:
- Cooking and serving meals
- Cleaning the house
- Shopping for groceries and supplies
- Personal care assistance like grooming or bathing
- Medication administration
- Individual goal attainment assistance
- Community Outings and fun activities
Lifesteps offers steady, part-time hours! Schedule Varies
No experience necessary! Paid training provided!
Experienced home health aides, nurse’s aides, support assistants, and direct support professionals welcome!
Position Requirements:
- 18 yrs. or older
- Ability to lift up to 200 lbs. with assistance
- Valid driver’s license/auto insurance
- Ability to obtain ACT 33/34 and FBI clearances required
Benefit Package for Full-Time Employees Includes:
- 100% Paid Employee Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Premiums
- Paid Vacation, Sick and Personal/Emergency Time
- 12 Paid Holidays
- Short and Long-Term Disability
- Life Insurance
- 403 (b) Retirement Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement and much more!
APPLY TODAY to start a meaningful and rewarding career!
Online: www.lifesteps.net/careers
Call: 724-283-1010
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Frequently asked questions
Q: What skills or qualities help someone succeed as a Direct Support Professional Caregiver?
A: To succeed as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) Caregiver, key technical skills include knowledge of personal care and hygiene practices, medication administration, and basic first aid. Essential soft skills include empathy, effective communication, and patience, as well as the ability to build trust and establish strong relationships with individuals receiving care. These strengths enable DSPs to provide high-quality support and care, ultimately leading to improved outcomes and career advancement opportunities in the field of healthcare and social services.
Q: What is the career path for a Direct Support Professional Caregiver?
A: A Direct Support Professional Caregiver typically starts as an entry-level caregiver, providing direct support to individuals with disabilities or special needs, and progresses to mid-level roles such as Care Coordinator or Team Lead, overseeing daily operations and staff supervision. With experience and additional training, they can move into senior roles like Program Manager or Director of Care Services, responsible for program development, staff management, and quality assurance. Throughout their career, Direct Support Professionals can develop skills in areas like patient care, communication, leadership, and program management, which can lead to opportunities in healthcare administration, social services, or related fields.
