Direct Care Provider

Lighthouse of Hope, LLC; Florida; Sur place; USD 17 000 - 22 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

Lighthouse of Hope, LLC in Florida seeks a Direct Care Provider to support individuals with developmental disabilities. You will assist with daily living activities, implement personalized support plans, monitor health, and maintain meticulous records to ensure the highest standards of care.

You will uphold clients' rights and confidentiality while encouraging development in self-care, socialization, and community involvement, acting as a dedicated advocate and caregiver.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• High school diploma or GED.
• At least one year of verifiable experience working directly with individuals receiving services in a medical, psychiatric, nursing, or childcare setting, or with recipients who have developmental disabilities.
• In lieu of the required work experience, 30 semester hours, 45 quarter-hours, or 720 classroom hours of college or vocational school.

Responsabilités

• Assist with activities of daily living.
• Implement personalized support plans.
• Monitor health and behavior.
• Maintain meticulous records to ensure quality of care.
• Uphold clients' rights and confidentiality.
• Encourage development in self-care, socialization, and community involvement.

Connaissances

Spanish language

Formation

High school diploma or GED

Description du poste

As a Direct Care Provider, you play a vital role in empowering individuals with developmental disabilities to lead fulfilling lives. Your hands-on support and supervision are key to enhancing their independence, health, and safety, ultimately improving their quality of life. You'll assist with activities of daily living, implement personalized support plans, and monitor health and behavior—all while maintaining meticulous records to ensure we meet the highest standards of care. You not only uphold clients' rights and confidentiality but also actively encourage their development in self-care, socialization, and community involvement. As a primary caregiver and advocate, your commitment makes a world of difference. Our services focus on Personal Support and Life Skills Development Level II - Companion, aligned with the Agency for People with Disabilities (APD) guidelines. Together, we are making meaningful strides in creating a supportive and inclusive environment for those we serve!

Minimum requirements for the position are:

• Be 18 years or older
• Possess a high school diploma or GED
• Possess at least one year of verifiable experience working directly with individuals receiving services in a medical, psychiatric, nursing, or childcare setting, or working with recipients who have a developmental disability
  • In lieu of the required work experience, applicants may have 30 semester hours, 45 quarter-hours, or 720 classroom hours of college or vocational school

Relevant notes about the position:

• This position is 30 hours per week, Monday through Friday.
• Spanish speaking is not required but highly encouraged.