What are the responsibilities and job description for the DSP/HHA-Caregiver Part-Time position at Riverside Care of Florida, LLC?
Do you love working with children? Would you like to make a difference every day in someone’s life? Our growing agency is seeking an experienced Home Health Aide to work with a group of clients in the Valrico, FL area. Work closely with our clinical staff to support therapeutic, medical and behavioral plans, provide assistance and strategies to the individuals we serve to live as independently as possible.
The Home Health Aide must be patient, experienced, kind, and have a caring heart for our clients. Professionalism and empathy are a must when working in home health. The Home Health Aide should be comfortable with working independently and consulting with the clinical management team to ensure proper care and safety for our clients.
We are seeking an experienced caregiver for clients who require moderate to total hands-on care. This is a part-time position with the hours for up to 20hrs weekly. You must have experience with pediatrics with special needs. Professional references must be verifiable.
Responsibilities
- Assist with daily living skills including feeding, bathing, and incontinence care.
- Provide meaningful play to encourage life skills
- Provide guidance on a range of developmental goals from prescribed exercise, nutrition, and supporting care
Qualifications:
- Proven experience working with developmentally disabled pediatrics
- Familiarity with basic nutrition and personal hygiene standards
- Proficiency in English (bilingual a plus)
- Caring and compassionate personality
- Current CPR certificate
- Current First Aid training
- Valid driver’s license
- High school education or higher (diploma/GED/transcript or equivalent required)
- A reliable, responsible attitude and a compassionate approach and a commitment to quality in everything you do
- A heart for serving those in need of care
We are offering awesome perks not typically seen for home health aides!
- Weekly pay
- Direct deposit
- 401k plans with employer matching (must meet eligibility)
- Dental, vision plans, supplemental health
- $20k in life insurance at NO COST TO YOU
- Professional development (certfications & training)
- Flexible scheduling
- 24/7 staff support
We are only accepting professionals for this role. The HH aide must be dependeable and reliable. Call outs are not accepted, unless in the case of documented emergencies or health appointments. All planned time off must be communicated at least two weeks prior. Missed hours may be given the opportunity to make up on another day if needed. We work with clients who depend on our care to remain safe in their homes.
Pay: $17/hr
START DATE: ASAP
COVID-19 considerations:
*Vaccinated healthcare providers preferred* Must maintain precautions with all clients.
Salary : $17