LHRO Direct Service Woker

LA Health and Rehab•Lafayette, LA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Louisiana Health & Rehab. Options (LHRO) is hiring Direct Service Workers in the Lafayette area, covering Acadia, Evangeline, Iberia, Lafayette, St. Landry, St. Martin, and Vermilion parishes. Full-time and part-time positions are available across all shifts. The Direct Service Worker is the primary staff member for individual clients and provides the prescribed active-treatment program based on each client’s Individual Plan of Care. The role includes delivering training and day-to-day supervision, guidance, and support to help clients with individual learning and development. The employee works under the direction of the Program Director.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED certificate.
Must be at least 23 years of age; no person under 18 may be employed in the position.
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
Participate in all required training.
Work when assigned by the Program Director and follow LHRO rules and regulations, as well as directions, procedures, and guidelines for client programs.
Ability to transport up to 30 pounds.
Pass the Louisiana State-required fingerprint-based background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

Implement each client's Individual Plan of Care through training.
Implement individual or group Behavior Management Plans where applicable.
Supervise residents' self-administration of medication where applicable.
Follow the Direct Care Staff Persons Checklist.
Assist in developing and implementing active treatment.
Participate in intake and the development of individualized plans of care.
Provide individual and group counseling under the direction of the Program Director and/or House Manager.
Record accidents and incidents occurring during each shift.
Inspect living areas for repairs and cleanliness.
Follow policies and procedures concerning residents, including discipline, medical emergencies, safety, and runaway or elopement situations.
Supervise activities, events, and functions.
Provide necessary transportation.
Restrict inappropriate behaviors and help residents develop appropriate alternative behaviors.
Train residents in personal habits such as grooming, eating, and hygiene.
Supervise, participate in, and train residents in cooking, meal planning, shopping, and household maintenance.
Supervise, guide, train, and encourage residents' participation in recreational and leisure activities, social skills, and development activities.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Program Director, House Manager, or designee.