Direct Support Professional / Personal Care Attendant

Arc of Acadiana provides support services to adults with developmental disabilities. Each client has an individualized service plan that each DSP will follow. The service plans are designed to ensure quality care is provided and also promotes maximum independence for our clients based on each person's individual capabilities and supports needed.
DSP responsibilities:

• Assisting clients with administering medication.
• Teaching clients functional daily living, working, and social skills.
• May require accompanying client to community events or doctor appointments.
• Being a positive role model for all clients.
• Helping our clients to live in a safe healthy clean environment.
• Assisting clients with daily needs such as eating, grocery shopping, dressing, and possibly bathing.
• Completing data sheets to show daily progress of client and support provided.

Qualifications:

• Ability to bend, stoop, carry, and lift light to moderate items.
• Commitment to excellent client care
• Ability to train and communicate effectively.
• Ability to read and write
• Must have Patience, Compassion, Positive Attitude, and be a Team Player

Job Type: Full-time