| Title: | Certified Direct Care Professional (CDCP) |
|---|---|
| ID: | 1010 |
| Location: | Milwaukee, WI |
| Department: | Client Services |
| Salary Range: | N/A |
Are you a skilled and compassionate care professional dedicated to making a difference?
Professional Home Care Services, Inc. (PHCS) is seeking exceptional Certified Direct Care Professionals (CDCP) and experienced Direct Care Workers to join our dedicated team. As a Federally and State Licensed agency, we are committed to providing a higher level of skilled, in-home care. We believe in the power of the patient-caregiver relationship and are looking for professionals who share our passion for delivering outstanding, compassionate care.
If you are a dedicated professional committed to helping clients maintain their independence at home with dignity, we encourage you to apply.
What You'll Do: Key Responsibilities
Under the direct supervision of an RN Case Manager, you will provide hands-on personal care and support based on a customized patient care plan. Your duties will include:
- Provide Personal Care: Assist clients with bathing, personal hygiene, grooming, dressing, and other activities of daily living (ADLs).
- Assist with Mobility: Safely transfer, position, and ambulate clients using proper body mechanics and equipment such as Hoyer lifts, slide boards, and sit-to-stand aids.
- Execute Therapeutic Activities: Assist with prescribed range-of-motion exercises, application of non-sterile dressings, and use of assistive devices.
- Perform Specialized Care: As directed by the RN, provide catheter care (including bag changes), colostomy care, and assistance with established bowel programs.
- Support Nutrition & Household Needs: Plan and prepare nutritious meals according to dietary plans, assist with feeding, perform light housekeeping, and shop for groceries to maintain a clean and healthy home environment.
- Collaborate and Document: Accurately document all care provided, report any changes in the client's condition immediately to the RN Case Manager, and maintain clear communication with the care team.
- Maintain Professionalism & Safety: Adhere to all agency policies, including the Exposure Control Plan, and maintain a professional, supportive relationship with all clients, including those with complex medical or psychological needs.
What You'll Bring: Qualifications & Skills
Required:
- Current Certified Direct Care Professional (CDCP) certification OR a minimum of two (2) years of professional direct care experience.
- A valid driver's license, reliable insured vehicle, and willingness to travel to client homes.
- Ability to perform the physical duties of the role, including lifting, transferring, and repositioning clients (with or without reasonable accommodation).
- Must pass a pre-employment physical and drug screening.
- Demonstrated reliability, punctuality, and a strong sense of responsibility.
- A positive, team-oriented attitude with the ability to follow care plans and take direction from RN Case Managers.
Preferred:
- Previous experience in a home health care setting.
- Experience caring for clients with complex conditions such as dementia, ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis), MS (Multiple Sclerosis), or quadriplegia.
- Proficiency in advanced care skills, including Hoyer lift transfers, catheter care, bowel programs, and range of motion exercises.
Why Join PHCS? What We Offer
- Competitive Pay: We value your skills and experience.
- Supportive Team Environment: Work closely with RN Case Managers who support you in the field.
- Meaningful Work: Make a profound and direct impact on the lives of your clients and their families.
- Flexible Scheduling: We offer opportunities that can fit your lifestyle.
Ready to join a team that values your expertise? Apply today!
