Direct Service Worker (DSW)

Direct Service Worker (DSW) Lafayette, LA Job Details Full-time $9 - $11 an hour 2 days ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Qualifications Mental health and behavioral care First aid Behavior intervention Assisting with ADLs High school diploma or GED Driver's License First Aid Certification Meal preparation Laundry Direct support Safe environment creation Food preparation Home health Progress documentation Patient personal care assistance Bathing assistance Entry level Full Job Description Direct Service Worker Job Description A Direct Service Worker (DSW) provides services to individuals in their homes and out in the community, whose needs vary from assistance with caring for themselves in regular daily activities, non-skilled health monitoring, to behavioral redirection/management with those consumers who may suffer from mental disabilities. Direct Service Workers are responsible for ensuring that services are delivered in a caring and respectful manner as well as in accordance with relevant agency policies and industry standards. Direct Service Workers are to report to the Field Supervisor(s). Qualifications/Education 18 years or older High School Diploma, GED, or paid work experience Current First Aid (must be obtained within 30 days of being hired) Driver's License/Identification Card Vehicle Registration Valid Car Insurance Responsibilities/Activities Bathing

• Shaving
• Ambulation
• Grooming
• Dressing
• Food prep/storage
• Hair care
• Feeding
• Toileting
• Positioning
• Medication reminders
• Laundry
• Transferring
• Light Housekeeping
• Assist to medical appointments Ensure safety and security by supervising the home environment Provide the direct care services to the client at the time and place assigned Carry out duties as assigned by the field supervisor Call in/ out to the field supervisor if you are assigned According to care plan if you have to escort the client in an outing, you are to call the field supervisor anytime you leave and are still on the clock Report any abuse, neglect, or exploitation of clients to a supervisor Must attend orientations, in-service training, and staff meetings Be responsible for daily documentation of services provided and status of the client to be reported on progress notes & ALL

PAPERWORK IS TO BE TURNED IN MONDAY BY 10AM

NO EXCEPTIONS, YOUR CHECK WILL BE HELD!

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$9.00 - $11.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Shift availability: Day Shift (Preferred) Night Shift (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Lafayette, LA 70508 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Lafayette, LA 70508: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person