Direct Care Professional

ExactHire; Pensacola (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Capstone Adaptive Learning and Therapy in Pensacola, FL is seeking a Direct Care Professional to support physically handicapped and mentally disabled adults in a group home setting. You will provide personal care, assist with meals, hygiene, and mobility, and help residents participate in daily activities.

The role requires compassion, reliable transportation, a valid Florida driver's license, and the ability to follow plans and maintain a safe, sanitary environment.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of direct care experience.
• Ability to work with physically handicapped and mentally disabled adults.
• Ability to physically lift adult residents.
• Strong language skills and ability to follow manager's instructions.
• Valid Florida driver's license with a clean driving record.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Pass Level II Background Screening and Local Background Screening.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care assistance (feeding, bathing, dressing, hygiene, toileting).
• Prepare meals per dietician/manager plan.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary living environment and safe home/community setting.
• Transport residents using agency vehicle to day program and events.
• Complete required daily documentation.

Skills

Direct care experience

Patient handling

Good communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Direct Care Professional

Capstone Adaptive Learning and Therapy is seeking compassionate individuals that want to make a difference in the lives of physically handicapped and mentally disabled adults.

The Direct Care Professional position will be working in a group home setting supporting physically handicapped and mentally disabled adults. Provide personal care assistance as needed to include feeding, bathing, dressing, hygiene and toileting. Prepare nutritous meals according to a meal plan prescribed by a dietician and Manager. Maintain a clean and sanitary environment for residents and safe environment for residents at home and in the community. Transport residents using a agency vehicle to and from day program daily, plus community events and other excursions as necessary. Completes all documentation as required accurately and on a daily basis.

Required:

• Must have one year of direct care experience.
• Demonstrated ability to work well with physically handicapped and mentally disabled adults.
• Ability to physically lift adult residents.
• Must have adequate command of language and ability to use initiative within the framework of the Manager's instructions and/or lesson plans.
• Must have a valid Florida Driver's License with a good driving record.
• A High School Diploma, GED or High School Transcripts.
• Must pass a Level II Background Screening and a Local Background Screening.
• Must complete CPR/1st Aid Training and Medication Administration Training within the first 90 days of hire.