Direct Support Specialist - In-Home Care Advocate

Extended Family Incorporated; Breaux Bridge (LA); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wages

Care for clients and employees

Team oriented environment

Expansion plans

Promote from within

Health insurance contribution

Job summary

Extended Family Incorporated in Louisiana is seeking a dedicated Direct Support Worker (DSW) to assist clients in home, hospital, or facility settings. You will provide personal care, document daily progress, and respond to client needs with professionalism.

The role emphasizes reliability, compassionate service, and the ability to work with families; benefits include health insurance contributions and internal promotion opportunities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• On-the-job training in home healthcare preferred.
• CPR and First Aid certifications a plus.
• Must be reliable, dependable and on time.
• Ability to document daily requirements and reports.

Responsibilities

• Bathing
• Dressing
• Grooming
• Feeding or assistance as needed
• Exercising
• Toileting
• Positioning
• Assistance with self-administered medications
• Routine hair & skin care
• Transfer or ambulation
• Provide direct care services at the clientrom home or facility
• Report changes in client s condition to a supervisor immediately
• Document daily activities in the client binder
• Follow all state regulations and company policies

Skills

Reliable & punctual

Documentation skills

Team player

Compassionate communication

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CPR & First Aid certification

Job description

Extended Family Incorporated in Louisiana is seeking a dedicated Direct Support Worker (DSW) to assist clients in home, hospital, or facility settings. You will provide personal care, document daily progress, and respond to client needs with professionalism.

The role emphasizes reliability, compassionate service, and the ability to work with families; benefits include health insurance contributions and internal promotion opportunities.