Compassionate Caregiver for Nonverbal Autistic Adult

AllCare HomeCare, LLC.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

AllCare HomeCare, LLC. in San Diego, CA is seeking a compassionate caregiver to support a 27-year-old adult who is autistic and communicates non-verbally.

You will promote safety, independence, dignity, comfort, and participation in daily activities as outlined in the client’s care plan. Learn and consistently use the client’s preferred communication methods—gestures, facial cues, visual supports, devices—and maintain professional boundaries while reporting changes to the supervisor.

Qualifications

• Experience caring for autistic adults is preferred or required.
• Ability to learn and apply client-specific communication methods.
• Knowledge of daily living activities and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision and support to promote health, safety and well-being.
• Assist with activities of daily living per the care plan.
• Assist with personal care, hygiene, grooming, dressing, and related needs.
• Assist with meal preparation and support during meals.
• Encourage hydration and nutrition per routine.
• Maintain a clean, safe living environment.
• Support daily routines and activities.
• Assist with transportation or community activities when allowed.
• Accompany client to appointments and outings as included in the plan.
• Encourage independence and provide appropriate prompting.
• Monitor well-being and report concerns.
• Follow care instructions, safety procedures and policies.
• Maintain professional boundaries and privacy.
• Document services accurately.

Skills

Compassionate care

Non-speaking communication support

Safety-focused care

In-home assistance

Job description

AllCare HomeCare, LLC. in San Diego, CA is seeking a compassionate caregiver to support a 27-year-old adult who is autistic and communicates non-verbally.

You will promote safety, independence, dignity, comfort, and participation in daily activities as outlined in the client’s care plan. Learn and consistently use the client’s preferred communication methods—gestures, facial cues, visual supports, devices—and maintain professional boundaries while reporting changes to the supervisor.