Direct Care Service Worker

Direct Care Service Worker

Direct care service provider positions are available at the Otsego County Commission on Aging (OCCOA). Agency is seeking caring, compassionate persons with excellent professional skills. Certified Nursing Aid (CNA) certification is preferred. Training is available. Must be “team players” committed to policies and procedures of the agency.
Responsibilities
Direct care service providers assist area older adults with:
• Light homemaking tasks
• Personal Care: Assist clients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and meal preparation
• Respite Care
• Provide companionship and emotional support to enhance the quality of life for clients
Experience
• Previous experience in home health preferred but not required
• Strong interpersonal skills with a compassionate approach to client care

The direct care worker hourly wage for providers with CNA certification is $22.65. A cafeteria-style benefits plan is included.
Work schedules provide and require flexibility. A strong asset of dependability is necessary. Position requires accepting short/long term assignments on short notice.

Candidates must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation. Pre-employment drug-screen testing, as well as a physical exam, is required. Employment applications are required and should be mailed to: Eileen Godek, Otsego County Commission on Aging, P.O. Box 430, Gaylord, MI 49734. The OCCOA is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and possess the necessary skills to provide exceptional care, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position as a Direct Service Provider.