Direct Support Worker

A First Name Basis; Natchez (MS); On-site; USD 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay with overtime

Daily pay available

Flexible scheduling

401(k) + employer match

Job summary

A First Name Basis is hiring compassionate caregivers to support seniors and individuals with disabilities in home settings across the region. The role involves personal care, companionship, light housekeeping, meal prep, and transportation to appointments in Metairie, LA and surrounding areas.

We value reliability, patience, and respectful teamwork. Require high school diploma or GED, valid ID, transportation, and ability to pass background checks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid ID, reliable transportation, and ability to travel to client homes.
• Must pass pre-employment screenings (background check and drug screen).
• Willingness to complete competency tests and onboarding requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care including bathing, grooming, dressing, and hygiene.
• Offer companionship and emotional support.
• Assist with light housekeeping and meal preparation; help with feeding as needed.
• Provide medication reminders and accompany clients to appointments.
• Monitor health status and report changes to supervisor.
• Maintain a clean, safe home environment; use safety equipment properly.
• Document care provided according to regulatory standards.
• Travel to client homes within service area as required.
• Attend required training during onboarding and annually.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

CNA certification

Job description

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!