Caregivers

Calling All Caregivers:
Work every other Sunday to Saturday (FT/PT)

Hammond Location Job Type: Full-time and Part-time

Pay: $10.50 - $13.50 per hour
* * Additional Pay on Saturdays and Sundays

Join OPTIONS as a dedicated Direct Service Worker (DSW) and help us make a meaningful difference, one smile at a time. We offer a consistent 7 days on/7 days off - Sunday - Saturday schedule allowing you to make a lasting impact while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

• Provide personalized companion care:
  Assist individuals with daily tasks like meal prep, light housekeeping, personal care, and transportation.
• Support social engagement:
  Facilitate activities and outings that promote connection, socialization, and community integration.
• Celebrate individuality:
  Encourage personal growth, respect individual preferences, and foster a sense of belonging.
• Collaborate with a supportive team:
  Work closely with other Direct Service Workers, supervisors, and families to ensure the best possible care.

• Paid holidays to celebrate and relax with your loved ones
• Paid training to enhance your skills and knowledge
• Additional pay on weekends to reward your hard work and dedication
• Overtime opportunities to earn extra income and boost your savings
• Mileage reimbursement to cover your travel expenses
• Paid time off for full-time staff to balance your work and personal life
• Health/Dental/Vision for eligible staff to take care of your health and wellness
• 403b retirement and match to secure your future and retirement goals
• Supplemental plans - life insurance, critical illness, accident, short-term disability, to protect you and your family from unforeseen events
• 24/7 access to supportive management
• Referral program to reward you for spreading the word to others about joining the OPTIONS team
• A Rewarding Career Helping People with Developmental Disabilities Live and Work in the Community!

• Meaningful work that makes a difference:
  Witness the positive impact you have on individuals' lives and contribute to a more inclusive community.
• Supportive and collaborative environment:
  Be part of a team that values your contributions and provides ongoing training and mentorship.
• Competitive pay and benefits:
  Enjoy a full-time or part time consistent schedule working 7 days on / 7 days off, Sunday - Saturday with $10.50 per hour, additional pay on weekends, paid training, and for eligible staff - health insurance and paid time off.

Apply today! We are eager to meet passionate individuals who want to join our mission and help empower people with disabilities.

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must have a clear driving record.
• Must be a licensed driver (Required).
• Must have transportation to and from work (Required).
• Must have a clear criminal background.
• Must pass a drug screen.

• Driver's License (Required).

Apply today and join OPTIONS! Together, let's build a brighter future for individuals with developmental disabilities.

If you are interested in joining our team, please apply today!

To learn more about OPTIONS, visit our website at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).-team

Located in Hammond, LA, OPTIONS is a non‑profit agency that helps people with disabilities live and work in the community. We’re actively seeking dedicated individuals to join our team. While experience in caregiving, home health, direct support, healthcare, group homes, and personal care is valuable, we’re open to candidates with diverse backgrounds.

If you have experience as a program manager, case manager, registered nurse, direct care supervisor, or qualified intellectual disability professional (QIDP), your skills are highly regarded. We also appreciate candidates with Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) qualifications and backgrounds in social work, supervision, management, and leadership roles.

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