Direct Care Worker (DCW)

Location: Scranton, PA (Lackawanna County)
Company: Familiar Roads Home Healthcare

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Job Summary

Familiar Roads Home Healthcare is hiring compassionate Direct Care Workers (DCWs) to support clients in Scranton and throughout Lackawanna County. If you're dependable, kind-hearted, and passionate about helping others live safely and independently at home, we encourage you to apply.

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Qualifications (Required)

Applicants must meet the following Pennsylvania state and agency requirements:

• Completed Competency Exam or PA-compliant training program per Department of Health (DOH) standards

• Current CPR Certification

• Recent TB Test & Physical Exam (within the past 12 months) — QuantiFERON-TB Gold or equivalent accepted

• Proof of Pennsylvania Residency for the past two (2) years

• Two (2) Valid Professional References

• Clear Criminal Background Check

• Ability to speak, read, and write English proficiently

• Neat appearance and practices good personal hygiene

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Responsibilities

• Assist with personal hygiene: bathing, grooming, dressing, and toileting

• Meal preparation and feeding assistance

• Perform light housekeeping tasks

• Provide safe mobility support and transfers

• Offer medication reminders (non-clinical)

• Report changes in client condition to supervisor

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Benefits

• Flexible scheduling (day, evening, and weekend availability)

• Bi-Weekly pay

• Paid training and professional development

• Friendly and supportive work culture

• Sign-on bonus available

• Serve UPMC, Keystone First, and PA Health & Wellness clients

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How to Apply

If you’re passionate about providing exceptional care and looking to join a team that values its employees and clients, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply online: https://careers.hireology.com/familiarroadshomehealthcareagency

Or email your resume to: [email protected]

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Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Familiar Roads Home Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees, applicants, clients, and families. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.