Direct Support Worker

A First Name Basis; Belzoni (MS); Sur place; USD 13 000 - 18 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Daily pay available

Flexible scheduling

401(k) + employer match

Competitive hourly pay with overtime

Résumé du poste

A First Name Basis (AFNB) is hiring in-home caregivers (DSW and PCA) in Metairie, LA. The role involves personal care, companionship, light housekeeping, and mobility support. You will travel to client homes, document care, and participate in ongoing training. Competitive pay and flexible scheduling are offered.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, valid ID, reliable transportation, and ability to pass background/drug screening. Commitment to compassionate care is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid ID and reliable transportation; ability to travel to client homes.
• Pass pre-employment screenings: background check and drug screen.
• Willingness to complete competency and skills assessments.
• Ability to work independently in home settings.
• Willingness to complete onboarding requirements.
• Kind heart with compassion, patience and professionalism with vulnerable populations.

Responsabilités

• Provide personal care support (bathing, grooming, dressing, oral hygiene, toileting).
• Provide companionship and emotional support.
• Light housekeeping and meal preparation; assist with feeding as needed.
• Medication reminders and accompanying clients to appointments.
• Monitor and report changes in client health and well-being.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly client environment.
• Ensure proper use of safety equipment.
• Document care provided per company and regulatory standards.
• Travel to patient homes and assigned visits across service area.
• Complete required in-service training on hire and annually.
• Follow written care instructions and document services provided.

Connaissances

Compassionate care

Reliability

Time management

Communication

Formation

High school diploma or GED

Outils

Driver's license

Description du poste

Who we are

A First Name Basis (AFNB) is one of the fastest-growing in-home care providers in the region, with 40+ offices across four states. We’re reimagining what it means to serve seniors and individuals with disabilities—by building strong caregiver careers, implementing smart clinical and scheduling systems, and ensuring compliance and care quality are never compromised.

Why join us

We believe in providing care that feels like family. We are looking for dedicated caregivers who want to make a difference in the lives of seniors and individuals with disabilities across Louisiana, Mississippi, Arkansas, and South Carolina. Join a team that values compassion, respect, and teamwork.

Title: (Caregiver, DSW (Direct Support Worker) and PCA (Patient Care Assistant))

Location: Metairie, LA, (List additional Cities/towns if needed or Surrounding towns depending on location)

Schedule: Full Time, Part Time, PRN, Weekends only, Overnight

Compensation: $11.00/hr

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care support including bathing, grooming, dressing, oral hygiene, toileting, etc.
• Provide companionship and emotional support
• Light housekeeping and meal preparation and assist with feeding as needed
• Medication reminders and accompany clients to appointments
• Monitor and report changes in client health and well-being
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly client environment
• Ensure proper use of safety equipment
• Document care provided according to company and regulatory standards
• Travel reliably to patient homes and assigned visits across the service area
• Complete required in-service training upon hire and annually
• Ability to follow written care instructions and document services provided

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay with overtime opportunities
• Daily pay available
• Flexible scheduling to fit your lifestyle
• Supportive and respectful team environment
• 401(k) + employer match

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid ID and reliable transportation, and ability to travel to client homes
• Ability to pass pre-employment screenings: background check and drug screen
• Willingness to complete competency and skills assessments
• Ability to work independently in home settings
• Willingness to complete background screening and all onboarding requirements
• A kind heart and a positive attitude, with compassion, patience, and professionalism with vulnerable populations

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, transfer, and reposition clients weighing up to 50 lbs., with or without assistive equipment (gait belt, Hoyer lift).
• Prolonged periods of standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and stooping throughout shifts ranging from 4–12 hours.
• Sufficient strength and stamina to assist with client mobility, including navigating stairs, uneven surfaces, and vehicle transfers.
• Ability to frequently bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach.
• Fine motor dexterity to assist with grooming, dressing, feeding, medication management, and operation of medical equipment.
• Adequate vision and hearing to monitor client safety and detect changes in condition.
• Ability to perform light household tasks such as cleaning, laundry, and carrying groceries.
• Ability to work in a private home environment, including navigating varying layouts, tight spaces, and differing temperatures.

Preferred

• Active Home Health Aide or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification.
• Previous DSW (Direct Service Worker) Experience.
• Previous Personal Care Attendant (PCA) Experience.

If you're ready to be the difference maker in someone's life — Apply today or drop in and see us on Mondays, Wednesdays, or Fridays - we'll be waiting!