Top 13 Direct support professional Jobs in Thibodaux, La

Direct Care Companion
Gulf Coast Social Services - HOUMA —Houma, LA
- From $9 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Paid training
- Mileage reimbursement
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Direct Care Staff
Lafourche Parish Juvenile Justice Facility —Thibodaux, LA
- $12.50 - $13.71 an hour
- Part-time
- 21 years or older
- In-person
- Entry level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Communication skills
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
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The Homestead Assisted Living —Houma, LA
- $13 an hour
- Part-time
- Serving
- In-person
- Communication skills
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Vacherie Personal Care Service Inc —Houma, LA
- $9 - $11 an hour
- Part-time
- Entry level
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Direct Support Professional
Thibodaux, LA
- Overtime
- 18 years or older
- Clean driving record
- Computer literacy
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1st A Southeast, INCS, LLC. —Houma, LA
- $9 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- High school diploma or GED
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Direct Care Companion

Gulf Coast Social Services - HOUMA
Houma, LA

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Job Details

Part-time | Full-time
From $9 an hour

Benefits

Paid training
Mileage reimbursement
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Paid orientation
Flexible schedule
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Passenger vehicle
Experience working with individuals with disabilities
Care documentation
Driver's License
Experience working with adults with disabilities
Experience working with individuals with physical disabilities

Full Job Description

Gulf Coast Social Services is looking for a compassionate Direct Service Worker to provide direct care "companionship services" for the care, fellowship, and protection of persons who, because of advanced age or physical or mental infirmity, cannot care for themselves and to help them reach their maximum potential. Servicing the parishes of; Assumption, Lafourche, St. Charles, St. James, St. John the Baptist, St. Mary and Terrebonne.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Provide direct care as needed. Services may include assistance with grooming, bathing, dressing, meal preparation, feeding, toileting, cloths washing, diaper changes, assisting with ambulation, providing client transportation for shopping/ appointments, leisure/community activities, and other similar personal care services at the time and place defined in each assigned client's Individual Service Plan.
Provide training in behavioral, social, and independent living skills to the client, as required by the client's Individual Service Plan.
Monitor you client(s) during each assigned duty shift, as required by the client's Individual Service Plan. Accurately complete all required documentation daily, including documentation of services provides as event occur and the status of the client(s) to be reported on progress noes/service logs and/or progress reports. Submit your completed documentation to the office the designated date and time.
Follow all applicable Agency and licensing/regulatory requirements for providing client services including prohibiting workers from working more than 16 hours in a 24-hours period for the Agency or in combination of hours worked with another licensed provider during those 24 hours. The 24-hour cycle starts at the beginning of your first shift that day.
Follow all established Agency and programmatic procedures for reporting usual and/or critical incidents involving clients. Immediately notify your supervisor, or another office staff member, if an unusual even occurs involving your client, such as any suspected abuse, neglect or exploitation, and significant change in the client's health status of home environment, and any problems encountered in performing your required work activities.
When mandated per a specific program/licensing requirement, clock in/out of the designated Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) system for assigned shifts by using a suitable smart device capable of identifying GPS location for clock in/out.
Attend and complete orientation and annual training sessions, as prescribed by licensing and outlined in the Agency training requirements, and any specific training recommended/required to ensure the safety of our clients.
Follow emergency medical training while attending to the client.
Perform non-complex medical task as prescribed in the clients Individual Service Plan only when appropriately trained to do so by medical personnel. Non-complex task may include administering medications when delegated by authorized medical personnel who provide training and oversight for the performance of this medical task, as prescribed by licensing and provide documentation related to a client's Individual Service Plan, such as Medication Administration Records and Seizure Logs, etc.
Regular and punctual attendance is required, as well as appropriate demeanor and attire, as per the Agency's Dres Code and Footwear Policies. Adhere to the scheudle that is assigned to you and report all absences in a timey manner to your supervisor.
Perform all job duties in accordance with prescribed safe work practices, including the use of close-toe, non-slip sole shoes, using proper body mechanics and/or lifting devices, and the consistent practice of universal precautions.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Must be at least 18 years-old per licensing requirement. Must have the ability to read and write at a level the ensures understanding of the client's service plan, ability to document services provided and carry out directions competently as assigned. Verifiable work experience providing support to individuals with disabilites is desired but not required.
When required by a client's Individual Service Plan to transport, staff must be at least 23 years of age, have a valid Louisiana drivers' license and vehicle registration. Louisiana automobile liability insurance and unlimited access to a reliable vehicle in safe operating condition with a current Louisiana inspection sticker.
Must have the qualities of patience, empathy, dependability, and the ability to teach others. Must possess the knowledge, skills and abilities to adequately provide care and support individuals with disabilities, the ailing and/or the elderly.
The ability to bend, stoop, sit, stand, reach and lift as destinated by a client's Individual Service Plan. Possess the physical stamina required to help individuals who need assistance with ambulation and the emotional strength necessary to work with individuals who need personal care services.
Must demonstrate the core values of professionalism, including well-groomed appearance and attire, excellent interpersonal skills, friendly and open demeanor, punctuality, organization and dedication to the job.
Must have sufficient communication and language skills to perform duties and interact effectively with clients and other staff persons. Must have a working email address for alerts/ communication from state agencies and GCSS.

Job duties, work hours, shift schedules, assigned work locations, and travel requirements, including the distance traveled to clients' homes, are subject to change based on Agency and program needs.

Gulf Coast Social Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $9.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible schedule
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Mileage reimbursement
Paid orientation
Paid time off
Paid training
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

Do you have reliable transportation, vehicle insurance, valid/current driver's license and current vehicle registration?
If hired can you provide proof that you are at least 23 years-old and have 2 years of driving experience, to work with clients that require transportation?
Have you ever been employed by this Agency? If yes, please provide the years of employment.

Experience:

direct care: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Louisiana driver's license (Required)

Shift availability:

Day Shift (Preferred)
Night Shift (Preferred)
Overnight Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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