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Direct Service Worker (DSW)

Kellie's Sitting Service
Boyce, LA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/17/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/12/2025

Overview
We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Direct Care Workers to provide essential support to individuals with developmental disabilities, autism, and other special needs. As a Direct Care Worker, you will play a vital role in enhancing the quality of life for our clients by assisting them with daily activities, promoting independence, and ensuring their safety and well-being in a group home or residential setting.

Responsibilities

  • Provide personal care assistance, including bathing, grooming, dressing, and toileting.
  • Support clients in daily living activities such as meal preparation, cooking, and household tasks.
  • Monitor patient health and report any changes or concerns to the supervising staff.
  • Assist individuals with mobility challenges and perform heavy lifting as needed.
  • Engage clients in social and recreational activities to promote social interaction and emotional well-being.
  • Maintain a clean and safe environment for clients by adhering to hygiene and safety protocols.
  • Document care provided and maintain accurate records of client progress and activities.
  • Collaborate with healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans tailored to each client's needs.

Skills

  • Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities or autism is highly desirable.
  • Previous caregiving experience in a group home or similar setting is preferred.
  • Strong patient monitoring skills to ensure the health and safety of clients.
  • Ability to perform heavy lifting when assisting clients with mobility or transfers.
  • Knowledge of hospice care practices is a plus for supporting terminally ill clients.
  • Familiarity with memory care techniques to assist clients with cognitive impairments.
  • Excellent communication skills for effective interaction with clients, families, and team members.
  • A caring attitude and commitment to providing high-quality support to those in need.

Join our team of dedicated professionals committed to making a difference in the lives of those we serve!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $9.00 - $9.10 per hour

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 12 hour shift
  • 8 hour shift
  • Evening shift
  • Night shift
  • Rotating weekends
  • Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Salary : $9 - $9

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