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The Virginia House, LLC

Direct Support Personnel

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: $18,797–$25,000/yr

Posted: 1 week ago

Location: Shreveport, LA (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 week ago

Hours: Part-Time

Expires: 10/1/2026

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What they do

A Mental or Behavioral Health Counselor works with patients to treat mental health problems. Assesses patients and assists with diagnosis, counseling and crisis intervention. Consults with nurses, doctors and psychiatrists. May work with specific populations, such as youth, senior citizens or substance abusers, in group settings, facilities or hospitals.

$39,312 / year median in Louisiana

+21% projected growth

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Job Description

JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

The responsibilities of direct support personnel include, but are not limited to: completing the required program orientation and training, and demonstrating competency prior to being assigned to direct care; having a clear understanding of the treatment plan; Assisting clients in developing social, recreational, and other independent living skills as appropriate; being aware of safety issues and providing safety intervention within the milieu; reporting all crisis or emergency situations to the clinical director or his/her designee in the absence of the clinical director;

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND

Additional duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: o Reporting to the therapist or clinical director as necessary regarding treatment issues; o Understanding the program philosophy regarding behavior management and applying this philosophy in daily interactions with clients in TGH care; and o Having the ability to effectively implement de-escalation techniques.

Job Types:

Part-time, Temporary Pay:

$18,797.06 - $25,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Flexible schedule Referral program

Work Location:

In person