Job Description
Job Description
About the Role :
At #1 In Home Care, quality compassionate at home care is our specialty. Currently, we are seeking FT, PT, and PRN Direct Service Workers (DSWs) to play a vital role in providing compassionate and personalized support to our clients in the LaPlace / Saint John the Baptist Region. This position focuses on enhancing the quality of life of clients by assisting with daily living activities, promoting independence, and ensuring their safety and well-being. The DSW will help build trusting relationships with clients, understanding their unique needs, and collaborating with healthcare professionals and family members to deliver a comprehensive care plan. If you have these qualities, we are looking for you!
Currently we are seeking DSWs who have experience supporting autistic children, disabled adults (paralyzed) and clients needing general support work. We currently have the following immediate needs :
Paralyzed client in St Rose, 7 days, split shift most days, 9-1 and 4-8.
1 autistic 11-year-old child, 2 : 30pm-6 : 30pm. in Laplace. 3-5 days a week 20 hours
Minimum Qualifications :
Preferred Qualifications :
Key Responsibilities :
Skills :
The required skills such as effective written and verbal communication and interpersonal abilities are essential fin this position. Attention to detail and observational skills are used daily to monitor clients' health and safety, enabling timely reporting of any concerns. Time management and organizational skills help in efficiently balancing multiple client needs and documentation requirements. Preferred skills like CPR and First Aid certification enhance the worker’s ability to respond promptly to emergencies, ensuring client safety. Additionally, bilingual skills and knowledge of community resources improve service delivery by facilitating better communication and access to support systems.
Benefits :
#1 In Home Care offers quality benefits and competitive pay. EOE
Direct Service Worker • Laplace, LA, US