Caregivers (8am - 8pm)

OPTIONS, Inc; Hammond (LA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Paid training

Overtime opportunities

Mileage reimbursement

Paid time off

Health/Dental/Vision

403b retirement and match

Supplemental plans

24/7 access to supportive management

Referral program

Rewarding career

Job summary

OPTIONS, Inc. in Hammond, LA seeks a Direct Service Worker (DSW) for a full-time role with a regular 7 days on/7 days off schedule, Sunday through Saturday, and pay of $10.50 per hour. The position supports individuals with disabilities in the community.

You will perform daily tasks, assist with transportation, and promote social engagement while collaborating with a caring team and families.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must have a clear driving record.
• Must be a licensed driver (Required).
• Must have transportation to and for work (Required).
• Must have a clear criminal background.
• Must pass a drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalized companion care: meal prep, light housekeeping, personal care, and transportation.
• Support social engagement: activities and outings to promote connection.
• Celebrate individuality: respect preferences and foster belonging.
• Collaborate with a supportive team: work with DSWs, supervisors, and families to ensure high-quality care.

Skills

Compassionate care

Driving (Licensed)

Reliable and punctual

Communication

Job description

Calling All Caregivers: Work every other week - Sunday to Saturday (FT)

Hammond Location

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $10.50 per hour

Join OPTIONS as a dedicated Direct Service Worker (DSW) and help us make a meaningful difference, one smile at a time. We offer a consistent 7 days on/ 7 days off - Sunday - Saturday schedule allowing you to make a lasting impact while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

What You'll Do:

• Provide personalized companion care: Assist individuals with daily tasks like meal prep, light housekeeping, personal care, and transportation.
• Support social engagement: Facilitate activities and outings that promote connection, socialization, and community integration.
• Celebrate individuality: Encourage personal growth, respect individual preferences, and foster a sense of belonging.
• Collaborate with a supportive team: Work closely with other Direct Service Workers, supervisors, and families to ensure the best possible care.

OPTIONS team members enjoy:

• Paid holidays to celebrate and relax with your loved ones
• Paid training to enhance your skills and knowledge
• Overtime opportunities to earn extra income and boost your savings
• Mileage reimbursement to cover your travel expenses
• Paid time off for full-time staff to balance your work and personal life
• Health/Dental/Vision for eligible staff to take care of your health and wellness
• 403b retirement and match to secure your future and retirement goals
• Supplemental plans - life insurance, critical illness, accident, short-term disability, to protect you and your family from unforeseen events
• 24/7 access to supportive management
• Referral program to reward you for spreading the word to others about joining the OPTIONS team
• A Rewarding Career Helping People with Developmental Disabilities Live and Work in the Community!

Why Join OPTIONS:

• Meaningful work that makes a difference: Witness the positive impact you have on individuals' lives and contribute to a more inclusive community.
• Supportive and collaborative environment: Be part of a team that values your contributions and provides ongoing training and mentorship.
• Competitive pay and benefits: Enjoy a full-time or part time consistent schedule working 7 days on / 7 days off, Sunday - Saturday with $10.50 per hour, paid training, and for eligible staff - health insurance and paid time off.

Ready to make a real difference?

Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years old,
• Must have a clear driving record,
• Must be a licensed driver (Required),
• Must have transportation to and for work (Required),
• Must have a clear criminal background,
• Must pass a drug screen.

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

To learn more about OPTIONS, visit our website at https://options4u.org/join-our-team

Located in Hammond, LA, OPTIONS is a non-profit agency that helps people with disabilities live and work in the community. We're actively seeking dedicated individuals to join our team. While experience in caregiving, home health, direct support, healthcare, group homes, and personal care is valuable, we're open to candidates with diverse backgrounds.

If you have experience as a program manager, case manager, registered nurse, direct care supervisor, or qualified intellectual disability professional (QIDP), your skills are highly regarded. We also appreciate candidates with Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) qualifications and backgrounds in social work, supervision, management, and leadership roles.

Your experience in various fields such as nursing homes, retail, warehouse, hospitality, teaching, and human services is considered an asset. Whether you've worked as a cashier, intern, barista, store clerk, delivery driver, lifeguard, babysitter, team member, or in-home caregiver, your skills in support, quick service, fast food, and customer service are valuable to us. We also welcome veterans, retirees, substitutes, advocates, and individuals from a wide range of backgrounds. If you're passionate about making a difference in people's lives, we encourage you to apply to join our team.

OPTIONS provides equal opportunity to all persons. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against because of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

OPTIONS Mission

OPTIONS helps people with disabilities live and work in the community.

OPTIONS Vision

OPTIONS will continue as the premier provider of opportunities that enables people with disabilities to be valued, respected, and integral members of the community.

OPTIONS Core Values

Respect - Communication - Team Work - Dependability