Direct Care Worker (DCW)

Company: BAYADA Home Health Care
Location: Gettysburg
Posted on: February 24, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description If you are a Caregiver (HHA, CNA, DCW, DSP, or PCA) or seeking a new career where you can make a difference in the lives of others, your community, and yours as well - Discover BAYADA Home Care! Bayada holds a prominent position in the home health care sector as the largest independent and non-profit home health care provider. At BAYADA, we seek people who share our passion for caring and are committed to helping people live their best lives at home. We are currently recruiting caregivers to reliably service adult clients in Gettysburg and in the surrounding areas of Adams County . As a Bayada Caregiver , you will play an integral part of a caring and professional team by following a written care plan to help our clients stay safe and independent in the comfort of their own. How You'll Make an Impact As a BAYADA Caregiver, you will work closely with a Registered Nurse (RN) to follow a customized, written plan of care to improve quality of life of the clients we serve on a 1:1 basis. This is a unique opportunity to build meaningful relationships with your adult clients while providing essential support, this may include: Activities of Daily Living: bathing, grooming, toileting, nail care Household Support: Light housekeeping, laundry, bed making Meal Preparation and Feeding Ambulation (transfers/use of mechanical lifting devices) and Exercises Assist with Self-Administered Medications Companion Care What Makes You a Great Candidate Previous home health care or patient care are welcomed but not required. No training, no problem, we offer FREE TRAINING ( 2-days virtually). Ability to understand and carry out directions and instructions and maintain simple records. Empathy, patience, kindness, and respect. Ability to travel to client's homes assigned. A commitment to deliver patient care as you would want those you love to be treated with compassion, excellence, and reliability – The Bayda Way! Strong people skills, organizational skills, attention to detail, and basic computer skills are highly Required Qualifications Minimum one (1) year of verifiable work experience (does not have to be in the HHA field) or have completed a state approved HHA training course or vocational school program and satisfactory references. Pass a Home Health Aide (HHA) Competency Examination. Submit to a criminal background check in accordance with federal and state laws and regulations. Be at least 18 years of age. Why You'll Love BAYADA Weekly Pay. Consistent weekly paychecks to keep your finances on track. Comprehensive Benefits . Medical, dental, vision, Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program and more! Short Commute Times . We try to match you to opportunities near your home. Work-Life Balance . Enjoy a flexible scheduling to fit your lifestyle! The Highest Safety Standards include free PPE for all cases. Recognition and Rewards through various awards and recognition programs. Dedicated to your wellbeing, satisfaction, and success. Don't just take our word for it - 89% of employees say they are proud to work here! Join our caring team today where you will be treated with the respect and the appreciation you deserve! Watch the Video Below to Learn more about the Rewards of a Home Health Aide and Apply to Join our caring team today! The Rewards of Being a Home Health Aide As an accredited, regulated, certified, and licensed home health care provider, BAYADA complies with all state/local mandates. BAYADA is celebrating 50 years of compassion, excellence, and reliability. Learn more about our 50th anniversary celebration and how you can join in here. BAYADA Home Health Care, Inc., and its associated entities and joint venture partners, are Equal Opportunity Employers. All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, military status, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws. Hence, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other marginalized communities.

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