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Gulf Coast Social Services
DSW Floater
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What they do
A Private Driver operates a passenger or lift share service using their own vehicle. They are self-employed as part of the "gig economy".
$34,441 / year median in Louisiana
+13% projected growth
Job Description
Gulf Coast Social Services is in need of a floater to provide Personal Attendant Care services to individuals in their homes. An individual designated as a "Floater" does not have a set schedule, accepts assignments as needed within the regional service area, and fills in shift vacancies on short notice . If you believe you have the special personality and desire to make a difference in the life of someone with a disability, we would love to talk with you! Our dedicated Coordinators and administrative staff are prepared to help you have a fulfilling employment experience providing Direct Care for someone special. Direct Service Workers provide essential help with Activities of Daily Living in order to assist persons with disabilities to live with as much dignity and independence as possible. Tasks involved in the job of a Direct Service Worker could include: Companionship for a person who cannot be left alone because of a physical or cognitive impairment. Teaching adults with disabilities skills necessary to manage living by themselves. Assisting a child who has physical disabilities to participate in everyday school activities. Helping someone with bathing, dressing, toileting, or getting in and out of bed. Checking a person's temperature, pulse, blood pressure or taking their medicine. Assisting people with grocery shopping, running errands and community recreation. Helping with meal preparation, eating, or housekeeping. If you are a professional dedicated to quality work and believe providing services to persons with special needs is your calling, then Gulf Coast Social Services is the right employer for you. We only consider the best qualified applicants for employment because we believe persons with special needs deserve only the best qualified Care Companions. To be considered for employment, an applicant must pass a criminal background check, as per Louisiana