Compassionate Direct Support Specialist

Arco, A Community Resource; Monroe (LA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

ARCO, A COMMUNITY RESOURCE in northeast Louisiana is hiring a compassionate Direct Support Worker (DSW) to assist adults with I/DD. You will help participants learn self-support, engage in activities, and develop communication and self-care skills to increase independence.

Applicants should be comfortable with various disabilities, have writing and computer skills, a valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle, and be able to pass background checks.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Good writing skills and ability to use a computer (PC) and tablet.
• Comfortable working with participants with various disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Ensure participants receive support to safely complete day-to-day schedules.
• Assist with personal hygiene, light housekeeping, meals, shopping, appointments, and medication administration.
• Maintain a clean, organized, safe household for participants.
• Plan activities to promote socialization and community involvement.
• Handle adaptive equipment such as wheelchairs, walkers, lifts, etc.
• Document participants’ daily activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Decision-making

Writing skills

Computer literacy

Job description

ARCO, A COMMUNITY RESOURCE in northeast Louisiana is hiring a compassionate Direct Support Worker (DSW) to assist adults with I/DD. You will help participants learn self-support, engage in activities, and develop communication and self-care skills to increase independence.

Applicants should be comfortable with various disabilities, have writing and computer skills, a valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle, and be able to pass background checks.