Home-Based AFL DSP: Transform Lives & Build Confidence

Abound Health; Asheville (NC); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible matching with families

Ongoing training

24/7 emergency support

Job summary

Abound Health is hiring Alternative Family Living Direct Support Professionals to provide caregiving and daily living support in a home setting in Asheville, Hendersonville and surrounding Western communities. This contract role emphasizes building routines, independence, and community involvement for individuals with IDD.

You will support ADLs, mentor clients, and promote dignity and personal growth while collaborating with Abound Health to implement person-centered plans.

Qualifications

• Experience in caregiving or supporting individuals with IDD preferred.
• Ability to complete background checks (FBI, child abuse, criminal).
• Comfort with home-based, family-style care settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, stable, and welcoming home environment.
• Support daily living skills, routines, and healthy habits.
• Offer mentorship, companionship, and emotional support.
• Encourage community involvement and local activities.
• Help individuals stay active through local outings.
• Follow person-centered plans in collaboration with Abound Health.

Skills

Caregiving

ADLs

Community involvement

Mentorship

Emotional support

Independence

Job description

Abound Health is hiring Alternative Family Living Direct Support Professionals to provide caregiving and daily living support in a home setting in Asheville, Hendersonville and surrounding Western communities. This contract role emphasizes building routines, independence, and community involvement for individuals with IDD.

You will support ADLs, mentor clients, and promote dignity and personal growth while collaborating with Abound Health to implement person-centered plans.