Caregiver for Individual with Intellectual Disabilities

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Caregiver to provide awake overnight personalized care to a young lady on the spectrum. The ideal candidate will have experience in caregiving, a deep understanding of the needs of individuals with intellectual disabilities, and a genuine commitment to enhancing the quality of life of the person in their care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Personal Care: Assist with needs that may arrise in the night such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility.
• Client led pace and patience in completion of all tasks.
• Companionship: Offer emotional support and engage in meaningful conversation to enhance the client's social and mental well-being.
• Safety Monitoring: Ensure the client's safety by preventing falls, monitoring for potential hazards, and providing supervision as needed.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of care provided, including daily logs, incident reports, and updates to care plans.
• Collaboration: Work closely with healthcare providers, family members, and other caregivers to ensure comprehensive care.
• Comfortable with Video and Audio Monitoring system

Qualifications:

• Experience: Previous experience as a caregiver, preferably with disabled adults, is required.
• Education: High school diploma or equivalent; additional certifications in caregiving, CPR, or first aid are a plus.
• Skills: Strong communication, patience, empathy, and problem-solving skills. Ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting or transferring clients.
• Certifications: Current CPR and First Aid certification preferred.
• Background Check: Must pass a background check and provide references.

Attributes:

• Compassionate and patient
• Reliable and punctual
• Attentive to detail
• Able to maintain confidentiality and professionalism
• Strong work ethic
• Comfortable in environments with audio and video monitoring for safety and quality control

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 24 – 32 per week

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20