Caregiving Companion

Overview
We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Direct Support Professionals to provide high-quality care and support for a young lady with a great sense of humor and an animal lover who also has a developmental disability. This vital role involves assisting her with daily activities, ensuring safety, and promoting independence within a supportive environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to person-centered care, creative and calm approach, and possess relevant experience with seizure protocol in home and community care settings. This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the life of a young woman through compassionate caregiving and personalized support

We are looking for someone to work three days a week from 8:30 to 4:30 and have some flexibility to work on a Friday or Saturday evening two times a month. Our young woman often will say "no" as a first response. We are looking for someone who will take the time to be a creative problem solver, taking the time to get to know her and create a strong relationship to support her with growing socially and with her independence.

Responsibilities

• Assist with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), growing independence, participating in community activities, and growing peer relationships
• Monitor health status, seizure activity, and observe for any changes in condition
• Support with meal planning, meal preparation, and nutrition management
• Provide patient observation to ensure safety and well-being at all times
• Implement individualized care plans tailored to the participant
• Support her with creating daily activity schedules
• Maintain a clean and safe environment by performing light housekeeping duties as needed
• Document care activities accurately while respecting residents’ privacy and confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA standards
• Support residents’ participation in community activities and promote social engagement
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals, family members, and team members to deliver comprehensive care

Requirements

• Prior experience with intellectual disabilities or teaching is highly preferred
• Certifications such as CPR, First Aid, and knowledge of person-centered planning
• Ability to work with individuals with disabilities, including autism spectrum disorder
• Strong observational skills for patient monitoring and safety assurance
• Knowledge of seizure procedures and care planning processes
• Excellent communication skills for effective interaction with the participant, the family, and team members
• Compassionate attitude with a genuine desire to improve the quality of life for others
• Ability to adhere to HIPAA regulations regarding patient privacy and confidentiality
• Creative problem solving

This role is essential in providing respectful, person-centered support that fosters independence while ensuring safety. We welcome motivated individuals committed to making a positive impact through dedicated caregiving.

Pay: $17.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid training

Experience:

• working with intellectually disabled individuals: 1 year (Required)
• seizure disorder: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $22