Habitation Aide

East Coast Contract Industries; North Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

East Coast Contract Industries in Florida seeks a dedicated caregiver to support adults with developmental disabilities through daily living activities, grooming, meals, and safety routines. You will work with participants to promote independence and personal growth.

Responsibilities include implementing training plans, documenting progress, coordinating with therapists, and maintaining a safe, clean environment. A valid Florida driver's license and being at least 21 are required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Florida Driver's License is required.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including daily grooming, meal service, risk mitigation and following behavioral plans.
• Assist with assessment and evaluation of each client; participate in Adult Basic Education and Activities of Daily Living Programming.
• Implement and document training needs, data collection and behavior observations; carry out daily assignments from PTM or Director.
• Work with Therapists to ensure therapy programs are implemented; maintain clean work areas and safely store equipment.

Education

High School diploma or GED

Florida Driver's License

21+ years old

Job description

East Coast Contract Industries provides Adult Day Training facility for individuals with developmental disabilities throughout Florida. Our programs offers valuable interactive and educational classes that teach participants how to manage a wide range of everyday tasks. Staff work with participants to convey, how to manage money, cook meals, perform household cleaning, use a computer, follow sound health and safety procedures, learn social skills, and participate in art and music expression.

The focus of ECCI is, and has always been, helping individuals reach their personal maximum potential. As a member of our highly trained staff you will be readily available with encouragement or physical aid to help individuals expand their boundaries and achieve personal growth.

Facility Name and Address

3550 S. Washington Ave. Suite 6

Salary/Hourly Rate

$15.00 per hour

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Purpose

This position directly supports individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities with direct care, these include daily grooming, meal service, risk mitigation and following any applicable behavioral management plans as defined by the resident individual needs.

• Assist with assessment and evaluation of each client. Assist with Adult Basic Education and Activities of Daily Living Programming for assigned clients.
• Implement and document training needs including acquisition programming, data collection and behavior observations/management procedures. Carry out daily assignments provided by PTM or Director.
• Participate in in-services for skill acquisition training, behavior management programming, group management and day treatment standards
• Work cooperatively with Therapists to ensure implementation of therapy programs.
• Assure that work/assignment areas are clean and that equipment, tools and supplies are properly stored, floors kept dry and free of unnecessary equipment to prevent accidents.

Required Qualification

• High School diploma or GED
• Florida Driver's License (Required)
• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Must be capable of operating facility vehicle and maintaining a safe driving record if designated to drive.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of one year experience working in a related field preferred but not required. College or vocational/technical training equal to 30 semester hours can substitute for the required experience.

Working Conditions

• Frequent bending, lifting and standing

Required Materials

• Resume
• 3 Personal References

Drug Free Workplace

• Random drug test will be conducted

A criminal history background check and sex offender registry check will be required for the finalist under consideration for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

DSI Management, LLC and all supported companies, as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. The company is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, disability, religion, or veteran status.

Employment Eligibility Verification

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment with the company.

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