Direct Support Professional (Caregiver) – Changing Lives in Metairie, Louisiana at Arc of Greater New Orleans

This position is eligible for up $1,000 retention bonus. Eligibility requirements apply.

At The Arc of Greater New Orleans, we believe every person deserves the opportunity to live a meaningful, independent life. As part of our team, you'll help empower individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities while working alongside people who are passionate about making a difference.

Guided by our People First philosophy, we value compassion, inclusion, dignity, and respect in everything we do.

If you're looking for meaningful work with lasting impact, we'd love to meet you.

Job Description

• I get to mentor someone and watch them grow.
• I get to be part of someone’s daily life.
• I get to hear “guess what he did today.”
• I get to celebrate small wins right alongside them.

What We're Looking For

• No experience required — if you’re someone who genuinely cares about people, we’ll teach you the rest.
• A background helping others (paid or unpaid — caring for a family member counts) is a plus, but it’s not a must.

Benefits

• Retention Bonus
• Paid Training
• Schedule flexibility (varies by role — ask us about options)
• Mileage Reimbursement
• 401(k)
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Employer Sponsored Life Insurance, Voluntary Life Insurance, Short-term Disability, and more.

Disclaimer:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice. This job description shall not constitute or be construed as a promise of employment or as a contract between the Arc of Greater New Orleans and any of its employees.

EEO Statement

The Arc of Greater New Orleans is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability-protected veteran status, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Individuals who require reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act in order to participate in the search process should notify the Human Resources department.