Part time Caregiver needed in Sarasota

Community Resource Network of Florida, LLC.; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 18,184 - 25,898; Part time

Job summary

A local caregiving agency is seeking a compassionate and dependable caregiver to assist an individual with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Sarasota, Florida. This independent contract position offers $16.00 per hour and involves community outings, personal care tasks, and promoting independence and socialization. Applicants must have a valid driver’s license and a high school diploma, along with at least 1 year of caregiving experience. This role provides an opportunity to make a significant impact in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Must be able to pass Local and Level 2 Background Screening.
• Provide proven 1 year of caregiving experience or technical training.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

Responsibilities

• Encouraging and supporting the individual during home activities.
• Assisting with personal hygiene tasks.
• Meal preparation and light cleaning.
• Ensuring individual’s safety and maintaining a safe living environment.
• Facilitate community involvement by accompanying individual to social events.
• Promote communication, choice, independence, and socialization.
• Complete daily progress notes.

Skills

Positive outlook

Demonstrate patience and compassion

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Overview

Community Resource Network of Florida is looking for a caregiver who is fun, compassionate, dependable and is committed to helping individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) achieve their highest level of independence and live their best life.

The individual is a 57-year-old male in need of a companion to support him with community outings such as going to the bookstore, walking in the park, and providing emotional support. He enjoys watching TV, reading books and magazines, and spending time with his family.

Position

This is an independent contract position and pays $16.00 per hour

Schedule: Saturdays from 10:30am - 2:300pm

You will be a good fit for this position if you:

• Have a positive outlook and contagious energy
• Demonstrate patience and compassion

Responsibilities and Duties you can expect in the role:

• Encouraging and supporting the individual during home activities
• Assisting with personal hygiene tasks
• Meal preparation and light cleaning
• Ensuring individual\u2019s safety and maintaining a safe living environment
• Facilitate community involvement by accompanying individual to social events, community outings, such as grocery shopping and appointments
• Promote communication, choice, independence, and socialization
• Complete daily progress notes

Qualifications and Skills

• Valid driver’s license
• Must be able to pass Local and Level 2 Background Screening
• Provide proven 1 year of caregiving experience or technical training.
• Have a High School diploma or equivalent
• Are 18 years of age or older

In order to comply with House Bill 531 (2025), we utilize the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse Education and Awareness website to determine employment eligibility. Applicants may access this website by visiting the website below.

https://info.flclearinghouse.com