About the role
Pay: $10.50 to $10.50 per hour
Description
Who we are:
A First Name Basis (AFNB) is one of the fastest-growing in-home care providers in the region, with 40+ offices across four states. We’re reimagining what it means to serve seniors and individuals with disabilities—by building strong caregiver careers, implementing smart clinical and scheduling systems, and ensuring compliance and care quality are never compromised.
Why join us?
We believe in providing care that feels like family. We are looking for dedicated caregivers who want to make a difference in the lives of seniors and individuals with disabilities across Louisiana, Mississippi, Arkansas, and South Carolina. Join a team that values compassion, respect, and teamwork.
Location:
Turkey Creek, Pine Prairie, Ville Platte, Eunice
Schedule:
Part Time, PRN, Back up only
Compensation:
$10.50/hr (+ mileage reimbursement, if applicable)
Responsibilities:
Provide personal care support including bathing, grooming, dressing, oral hygiene, toileting, etc.
Provide companionship and emotional support
Light housekeeping and meal preparation and assist with feeding as needed
Medication reminders and accompany clients to appointments
Monitor and report changes in client health and well-being
Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly client environment
Ensure proper use of safety equipment
Document care provided according to company and regulatory standards
Travel reliably to patient homes and assigned visits across the service area
Transport clients to and from appointments, errands, and other scheduled activities using a personal vehicle
Ensure client safety during transport, including proper use of seatbelts and assistance entering/exiting the vehicle
Complete required in-service training upon hire and annually
Ability to follow written care instructions and document services provided
Requirements
High school diploma or GED
Valid ID and reliable transportation, and ability to travel to client homes
Current and valid state driver's license
Current and valid vehicle registration
Current and valid vehicle insurance
Ability to pass pre-employment screenings: background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle record (MVR) check
Willingness to complete competency and skills assessments
Ability to work independently in home settings
Willingness to complete background screening and all onboarding requirements
A kind heart and a positive attitude, with compassion, patience, and professionalism with vulnerable populations
Preferred
Active Home Health Aide or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification
Clean driving record
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift, transfer, and reposition clients weighing up to 50 lbs., with or without assistive equipment (gait belt, Hoyer lift)
Prolonged periods of standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and stooping throughout shifts ranging from 4–12 hours
Sufficient strength and stamina to assist with client mobility, including navigating stairs, uneven surfaces, and vehicle transfers
Ability to frequently bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach
Fine motor dexterity to assist with grooming, dressing, feeding, medication management, and operation of medical equipment
Adequate vision and hearing to monitor client safety and detect changes in condition
Ability to perform light household tasks such as cleaning, laundry, and carrying groceries
Ability to work in a private home environment, including navigating varying layouts, tight spaces, and differing temperatures
Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle for extended periods, including loading/unloading mobility equipment (wheelchairs, walkers) as needed
Benefits
Competitive hourly pay with overtime opportunities
Daily pay available
Flexible scheduling to fit your lifestyle
Supportive and respectful team environment
401(k) + employer match
If you're ready to be the difference maker in someone's life — Apply today or drop in and see us on Mondays through Fridays, we'll be waiting!