LAKE CHARLES – DSW – 3 Days Per Week/EO Weekend

LAKE CHARLES – DSW – 3 Days Per Week/EO Weekend FULL JOB DESCRIPTION: Southwest Louisiana Independence Center (SLIC) is seeking a candidate with proven experience in managing situations involving challenging behaviors. @SLIC is looking for a caring and dependable Direct Support Worker (DSW) to support a teenager with an intellectual disability. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys making a positive difference and loves being active. The schedule consists of 3 days per week, 4:30am to 7:05am, and every other weekend, evening shift from 1:00pm to 10:00pm. As a DSW, you’ll help with daily living skills, encourage independence, and support fun, age-appropriate activities both at home and in the community. You’ll also provide safe transportation to and from outings, so a valid driver’s license and a reliable vehicle with current registration, inspection, and insurance are required. The ideal candidate is patient, compassionate, and enjoys helping others reach their goals. The Direct Support Professional is responsible for the physical care of our clients who may no longer be able to take care of themselves due to age, illness, injury, surgery, or disability. The ideal candidate must be able to care for our clients and their property with dignity, patience, compassion, and respect. BENEFITS: • Holiday Pay when office is closed. • Years of Service Award QUALIFICATIONS: • Must be 18 years of age or older. • Valid Driver’s License • Must have dependable vehicle with current up-to-date Auto Insurance/Registration/Inspection Sticker • Working Cell Phone with Data Plan (Must be able to download REQUIRED two apps) • Must be able to complete a Criminal Background report • Commitment to excellent client care • Must have Patience, Compassion, Positive Attitude, and be a Team Player RESPONSIBILITIES: • Light Housekeeping • Assist with Cooking • Assist with Shopping • Monitoring • Meal Prep • Med Reminder • Safely Transport to appointments • Safely Transport to community events PAY: $10.00 per hour JOB TYPES: Part-Time SCHEDULE: 3 Days Per Week (4:30am – 7:058am) Every Other Weekend (1:00pm-10:00pm) WORK LOCATION: Consumer’s Home, Lake Charles Area Apply tot his job