Direct Care Specialist – In-Home Support

Extended Family Incorporated; Opelousas (LA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Company pays health insurance portion

Team oriented environment

Expansion plans

Promote from within

Health insurance subsidy

Job summary

Extended Family Incorporated is seeking a dedicated Direct Support Worker (DSW) to provide compassionate personal care to clients in-home or in facilities. You will work with clients and their families, documenting daily activities and reporting changes to supervisors per ISP.

The role emphasizes reliability, a positive attitude, teamwork, and strict confidentiality. Education includes a high school diploma; CPR/First Aid is a plus. Training provided.

Qualifications

• Reliable, dependable and on time.
• Good at documenting daily requirements and reports.
• Adapt quickly to change and work well with diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide the best care possible per the ISP (individual support plan).
• Personal care services include bathing, dressing, grooming and feeding as needed.
• Assist with exercising, toileting and transfer/ambulation.
• Help with medications and routine hair/skin care.
• Document activities daily and report changes to supervisor immediately.

Skills

Reliable

Punctual/on-time

Positive attitude

Detail oriented

Documentation

Adaptable

Teamwork

Respectful

Confidentiality

Transportation & childcare

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CPR & First Aid training a plus

Job description

Extended Family Incorporated is seeking a dedicated Direct Support Worker (DSW) to provide compassionate personal care to clients in-home or in facilities. You will work with clients and their families, documenting daily activities and reporting changes to supervisors per ISP.

The role emphasizes reliability, a positive attitude, teamwork, and strict confidentiality. Education includes a high school diploma; CPR/First Aid is a plus. Training provided.