Direct Care Worker
Open in 3 locations
AbaCares Services posts this job separately for each location. Apply to the one where you can work: the unit, shifts, schedule and pay can differ between locations.
Pennsylvania
5 open- $14–$15.25/hr
Lancaster, PA (opens in new tab)
Full Time · Posted 2w ago
- $14–$15/hr
Full Time · Posted 3w ago
- $14–$15/hr
Full Time · Posted 1mo ago
- $14–$15.25/hr
Harrisburg, PA (opens in new tab)
Full Time · Posted 1mo ago
- $14–$15.25/hr
Lancaster, PA (opens in new tab)
Full Time · Posted 6mo ago
How this pay compares
This posting states $14–$15.25 an hour. Open direct support professional jobs in Pennsylvania post a median of $17.55 an hour, the middle half $16.50–$19.26, across 147 jobs that state their pay, so this one is below the middle half of what they post. Direct support professionals employed in Pennsylvania earn a median of $14.14 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab).
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About the job
About Us
AbaCares Services is dedicated to providing compassionate and reliable care to individuals needing assistance with their daily activities. We strive to ensure that our clients receive the highest standard of care while maintaining their dignity and independence.
Location: LANCASTER, PA, 17603
Approved Weekly Hours: 70.19
2 CAREGIVERS NEEDED (4days and 3 days)
Schedule: Monday to Sunday 8AM–5PM
Preferably Female
Scope: Meal prep., light housekeeping, bathing, dressing, she uses a walker
Job Description
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Direct Care Worker to join our team. The ideal candidate will assist clients with personal care and household tasks to help them maintain their independence and quality of life. This role requires a high level of professionalism, empathy, and a strong commitment to client care.
Key Responsibilities
- Meal Preparation: Assist with planning, preparing, and serving meals.
- Housework/Chore: Perform light housekeeping tasks such as cleaning, laundry, and other chores.
- Managing Medications: Assist with medication reminders and management.
- Hygiene: Assist with personal hygiene tasks, including bathing, grooming, and toileting.
- Dressing: Assist with dressing and undressing, ensuring client comfort and appropriateness.
- Locomotion: Assist with mobility, including walking, using stairs, and transferring from one place to another.
- Eating: Assist with feeding and meeting nutritional needs.
- Phone Use: Assist with making phone calls as needed.
- Must know how to use a Hoyer Lift, sometimes needed
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Previous experience in caregiving or a related field preferred.
- Compassionate, patient, and reliable.
- Ability to follow detailed instructions and work independently.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Ability to handle physical demands such as lifting and assisting with mobility.
Benefits
- Awesome healthcare benefit: FREE healthcare coverage for our employees.
- Competitive pay.
- Comprehensive training and ongoing support.
- Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of clients.
- Supportive and collaborative work environment.
How to Apply
If you are passionate about providing high-quality care and meet the above qualifications, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter detailing your experience and why you are interested in this position, visit abacares.org/careers to learn more.
AbaCares Services is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
From AbaCares Services's job posting for Lancaster, PA, checked Oct 29, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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