DSW (Direct Support Worker)

A First Name Basis; York (SC); In loco; USD 16.000 - 23.000; Tempo pieno

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401(k) + employer match

Descrizione del lavoro

A First Name Basis (AFNB) is seeking compassionate Direct Support Workers for York, SC. The role involves providing personal care, companionship, light housekeeping, medication reminders, and mobility assistance in home settings across the service area.

We value reliability, professionalism, and a positive attitude. Candidates should be able to travel to client homes, pass background checks, and complete onboarding with a supportive team in a fast-growing in-home care organization.

Competenze

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid ID and reliable transportation; ability to travel to client homes.
• Must pass pre-employment screenings: background check and drug screen.
• Willingness to complete competency and skills assessments.
• Ability to work independently in home settings.
• Background screening and onboarding requirements must be completed.
• Kind, patient, compassionate, and professional attitude with vulnerable populations.

Mansioni

• Provide personal care including bathing, grooming, dressing and oral hygiene.
• Offer companionship and emotional support to clients.
• Light housekeeping, meal preparation, and assistance with feeding.
• Medication reminders and accompany clients to appointments.
• Monitor changes in health and report to supervisors.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly home environment.
• Ensure safe use of safety equipment and document care provided.
• Travel to patient homes for scheduled visits and coordinates with the team.
• Complete required in-service training upon hire and annually.
• Adhere to written care plans and document services provided.

Conoscenze

Compassionate care

Reliable transportation

Formazione

High school diploma or GED

Active Home Health Aide or CNA certification

Descrizione del lavoro

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.

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

DSW (Direct Support Worker)

Location

York, SC

Schedule

Full Time, Part Time

Compensation

$14/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
• 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.