Part-time Companion in PALATKA
PALATKA, FL
Part Time
Entry Level
Community Resource Network of Florida is looking for a caregiver who is fun, compassionate, dependable and is committed to helping individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) achieve their highest level of independence and live their best life.
The individual is a 53 year-old woman in need of a companion to support her with community outings. She enjoys going out to walking by the river walk, visiting the library and shopping.
This is an independent contract position and pays $15.25 per hour
Schedule: 2- days per week between 2:30m-5:30pm, days flexible
You will be a good fit for this position if you :
- Have a positive outlook and contagious energy
- Demonstrate patience and compassion
Responsibilities and Duties you can expect in the role:
- Encouraging and supporting the individual during home activities
- Ensuring individuals safety and maintaining a safe living environment
- Facilitate community involvement by accompanying individual to social events, community outings, such as grocery shopping and appointments
- Promote communication, choice, independence, and socialization
- Complete daily progress notes
Qualifications and Skills
- Valid driver’s license
- Must be able to pass Local and Level 2 Background Screening
- Provide proven 1 year of caregiving experience or technical training.
- Have a High School diploma or equivalent
- Are 18 years of age or older
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