Compassionate Caregiver for Nonverbal Autistic Adult

AllCare HomeCare, LLC; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

AllCare HomeCare, LLC. in San Diego seeks a compassionate caregiver to support a 27-year-old autistic adult who communicates mainly through non-speaking methods. You will follow the individualized care plan to promote safety, independence, dignity, and daily participation.

Responsibilities include supervision, ADLs, meal support, personal care, hydration, hygiene, transportation, and documenting services while maintaining privacy and professional boundaries. Transfer experience is required.

Qualifications

• Transfer experience is required for safe client handling.
• Ability to assist with activities of daily living per care plan.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision and support to promote the client’s health, safety, and well-being.
• Assist with activities of daily living as identified in the client’s care plan.
• Provide personal care, hygiene, grooming, and other personal needs.
• Assist with meal preparation and support during meals.
• Encourage hydration and nutrition according to routine and care instructions.
• Maintain a clean, safe living environment.
• Support daily routines and scheduled activities.
• Assist with transportation or community activities when authorized.
• Accompany client to appointments and community outings when included in the care plan.
• Encourage independence by allowing client to complete tasks independently when possible.
• Provide prompting and assistance rather than completing tasks for the client.
• Monitor well-being and report concerns to supervisor.
• Follow individualized care instructions, safety procedures, and company policies.
• Maintain professional boundaries and client privacy.
• Document services and activities accurately.

Skills

Caregiving

Nonverbal communication

Safety awareness

Daily living support

Job description

AllCare HomeCare, LLC. in San Diego seeks a compassionate caregiver to support a 27-year-old autistic adult who communicates mainly through non-speaking methods. You will follow the individualized care plan to promote safety, independence, dignity, and daily participation.

Responsibilities include supervision, ADLs, meal support, personal care, hydration, hygiene, transportation, and documenting services while maintaining privacy and professional boundaries. Transfer experience is required.