Direct Care Provider

Lighthouse of Hope; Mascotte (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Lighthouse of Hope in Florida seeks a Direct Care Provider to empower individuals with developmental disabilities. You will assist with daily living activities, implement personalized support plans, and monitor health and behavior.

The role requires Spanish communication with clients and families; minimums include 18+, HS diploma or GED, and 1 year of relevant experience (or 30 college hours). The position is 35 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Must 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.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Spanish communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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:

• Must be able to communicate in Spanish with the client and family.
• This position is for 35 hours per week.