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Direct Care Specialist
Summary
Title:Direct Care Specialist
ID:1328
Location:Erie, PA
Department:Client Services
Description

Are you ready to expand your career horizons and be a part of something truly meaningful? We invite you to bring your talent to home care. At Voices for Independence, we’re not just offering a job; we’re inviting you to join a community dedicated to improving lives every single day.

Voices for Independence is currently seeking a full-time Direct Care Specialist to provide services within our service area.

As a Direct Care Specialist (DCS) with Voices for Independence, you’ll play a pivotal role in providing support to our consumers and direct care workers.
Your responsibilities will include:

  • Spread contagious positivity as a goodwill ambassador for our awesome organization!
  • Guide and support consumers through the exciting on-boarding journey.
  • Cheer on our fantastic direct care workers every step of the way during their caregiving adventures.
  • Embark on community missions, with occasional office assignments.
  • Maintain a varied weekly schedule to accommodate agency needs.
  • Demonstrate flexibility to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends as required.

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary
  • Supportive and collaborative work environment
  • Making a difference in the lives of individuals within our community
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Paid holidays
  • Vision insurance

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Must be 18 years of age or older.
  • Possess proficient communication skills (both oral and written)
  • Provide personal care to individuals with disabilities, including transfers.
  • Work at least 5 days per week, with open availability for assigned nights and weekends
  • Pass required background checks per state and federal hiring requirements pertaining to this work
  • Superior desire to support and live the Independent Living Philosophy and the VFI mission and core values
  • Possess a valid PA driver’s license
  • Maintain reliable transportation for daily use

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Prior experience as a Personal Care Attendant
  • Experience with training others
  • Knowledge of Home and Community-Based Services
  • Knowledge/Experience with Centers for Independent Living
  • Post-secondary education or coursework from an accredited university
  • Ability to operate equipment such as Hoyer Lifts/Tram
  • Proficiency with general office systems, including Microsoft Office

If you’re passionate about making a positive impact and are ready to take your career to new heights, we want to hear from you! Come be a part of our team at VFI and help us continue to support independent living. Apply today and start your journey towards a rewarding career!

Voices for Independence is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Voices for Independence does not discriminate in regard to race, creed, religion, gender, age, marital status, sexual identity/orientation, national origin, or disability status. People with Disabilities and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

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