Direct Support Professional, Supported Living

Job overview

The Direct Support Professional works onsite in Baton Rouge, LA. Compensation is $11 per hour. Volunteers of America South Central Louisiana provides support services through its Supported Living Program. The role assists individuals with care plans and daily living activities while supporting personal hygiene, light housekeeping, shopping, and development of leisure, social, and employment skills. Documentation, monitoring physician-order compliance, and communication with supervisors help maintain consistent support.

What you'll do

• Assist individuals with implementing care plans and activities of daily living
• support personal hygiene, light housekeeping, and shopping
• help develop leisure, social, and employment skills
• monitor and report compliance with physician orders
• maintain and submit required documentation
• report concerns to supervisors
• maintain training and participate in staff meetings.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

direct support professional

supported living

baton rouge la

volunteers of america south central louisiana

$11 per hour

daily living support

personal care

developmental disabilities

care plans

documentation

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Applicants must be at least 18 and have a high school diploma or GED, or 18 months of verifiable relevant support experience; a valid driver’s license, vehicle, and insurance are also required.

About the employer

VOLUNTEERS OF AMERICA SOUTH CENTRAL LOUISIANA is hiring for this role. Industry: Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities. Sector: 62.