LHRO Direct Service Woker

LA Health and Rehab•Baton Rouge, LA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Louisiana Health & Rehab Options (LHRO) is hiring Direct Service Workers for its Direct Care division in the Baton Rouge area. The role may be full-time or part-time, with openings across all shifts. Direct Service Workers serve as primary staff for individual clients, providing prescribed Active Treatment based on each client’s Individual Plan of Care. They provide training, day-to-day supervision, guidance, and support to facilitate clients’ learning and development. The position works under the direction of the Program Director and requires a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation. Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED and be at least 23 years old; no person under 18 may be employed. Employees must participate in all training, work when assigned by the Program Director, follow LHRO rules and regulations, and comply with directions, procedures, and guidelines for clients’ individual programs. The position requires the ability to transport up to 30 pounds. Competitive pay rates and incentive pay are offered.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED certificate.
Must be at least 23 years of age; no person under 18 may be employed.
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
Must participate in all training.
Must work when assigned by the Program Director.
Must follow LHRO rules and regulations and all directions, procedures, and guidelines for clients’ individual programs.
Ability to transport up to 30 pounds.

Responsibilities

Implement each client’s Individual Plan of Care through training.
Implement individual or group Behavior Management Plans when applicable.
Supervise residents’ self-administration of medication when applicable.
Be familiar with 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 on each shift.
Inspect living areas for repairs and cleanliness.
Know and 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 resident 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.