Direct Care Worker

Now Hiring: Direct Care Workers (DCW)

At Pathlight Community Services, our mission is simple: Quality Services for Quality of Life. We are dedicated to supporting individuals through life's challenges by providing safe, supportive housing and essential services to adults in our community.

We are currently seeking compassionate, dependable, and dedicated Direct Care Workers (DCWs) to join our team at our Ypsilanti locations.

What We Offer

• Competitive Starting Pay: $19.13/hour

• Training Completion Increase: Pay increases to $19.33/hour upon completion of required training

• Full-Time Benefits, including:

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance

  • Short- and long-term disability

  • Life and accidental insurance

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)

  • 401(k) with a 3% employer match

Available Positions

We are currently hiring for full-time and part-time positions on:

• Afternoon Shift: 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM

• Midnight Shift: 12:00 AM – 8:00 AM

Weekend and holiday availability is required. Applicants MUST have a valid driver's license and be willing to drive as part of the position.

Job Responsibilities

As a Direct Care Worker, you will provide hands-on support and care to individuals with developmental disabilities in a 6-bed group home setting.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Providing compassionate, person-centered care and support

• Assisting residents with activities of daily living

• Providing 100% hands-on care to all residents, including:

  • Brief changes

  • Toileting

  • Showering and bathing

  • Dressing

  • Feeding

• Preparing and serving meals and providing dining assistance

• Administering medications as prescribed and according to established procedures

• Completing daily cleaning and maintaining a safe, sanitary home environment

• Engaging residents in enjoyable activities that encourage socialization and overall well-being

• Supporting residents with dignity, patience, and respect

Qualifications

To be considered for a Direct Care Worker position, applicants must:

• Be at least 18 years of age

• Have a High School Diploma or GED

• Have a valid Driver's License

• Be able to successfully complete a criminal background check

• Be dependable, responsible, and comfortable providing hands-on personal care

• Be willing to work weekends and holidays

• Minimum of 1 year experience in a licensed group home

Why Join Pathlight Community Services?

At Pathlight, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others every day. Our team works together to create a safe, supportive, and respectful environment where the individuals we serve can thrive.

Whether you're looking for full-time or part-time employment, this is an opportunity to build valuable experience while doing work that truly matters.