Job Title: Direct Care Worker (Private Pay) Location: [Client’s Home / Community Setting] Schedule: [Full-time / Part-time / Per diem] Position Summary The Direct Care Worker provides one-on-one, non-medical support to a private-pay client in their home or community. This role focuses on assisting with daily living activities, ensuring safety, promoting independence, and enhancing overall quality of life. Key Responsibilities • Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting • Provide mobility support, including transfers and ambulation assistance • Prepare meals and assist with feeding if needed • Perform light housekeeping (laundry, dishes, tidying living areas) • Provide companionship and emotional support • Accompany client to appointments or community activities (if required) • Monitor and report changes in the client’s physical, emotional, or mental condition • Maintain a safe and clean environment • Follow care plans and client/family preferences • Document services provided as required Qualifications • High school diploma or GED (required) • Previous caregiving or direct care experience preferred • Experience with seniors, individuals with disabilities, or memory care is a plus • Ability to follow directions and work independently • Strong communication and interpersonal skills • Reliable transportation (if transportation duties are required) Physical Requirements • Ability to lift, transfer, or assist clients (up to [X] lbs) • Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform physical tasks for extended periods Preferred Certifications (not always required) • CPR/First Aid • PCA, HHA, or CNA certification Work Environment • Private home setting • May involve exposure to pets, stairs, or varying home conditions