Personal Support

Powell Supportive Services; Holiday (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Powell Supportive Services is hiring caregivers in Holiday, Florida to assist clients with various disabilities in their homes. Responsibilities include meal preparation, personal care assistance, and transportation to appointments.

Successful candidates will demonstrate flexibility with schedules, possess essential certifications, and showcase excellent interpersonal and communication skills. This position demands a sympathetic attitude towards clients and a commitment to providing quality care.

Qualifications

• Must be flexible with work schedule.
• Reliable transportation required.
• Valid Florida Driver's License necessary.
• Must pass background checks.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals for clients.
• Assist clients with personal care such as bathing and grooming.
• Manage routine housekeeping tasks.
• Transport clients to appointments and errands.

Skills

Experience with Developmentally Disabled Individuals

Meal preparation

Housekeeping skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Ability to assist with personal care

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Med Tech Certificate/65G-7

Valid CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Bloodborne Pathogen Certification

HIV/AIDS Training

Job description

Powell Supportive Services, Inc. is a licensed private home care agency licensed by the State of Florida. We service the DD Waiver, ADA Waiver, Cystic Fibrosis Waiver, TBI Waiverand PAC Waiver. The office is open five days a week and we provide on call service 24/7. Our staff includes experienced Personal Care Aides, Home Health Aides,Massage Therapists,Registered Nurses and Licensed Practical Nurses. We assist the elderly and adults with various disabilities to remain in their homes and Assisted Living Facilities.

Job Description

Duties Include:

• Experience working with Developmentally Disabled Individuals.
• Meal preparation, planning, and serving
• Taking clients to appointments, errands, and shopping
• Routine housekeeping, vacuuming, laundry, cleaning
• Be able to bend, stoop, push, pull, reach, and walk for long periods of time. Also be able to use proper body mechanics while assisting with transfers and lift at least 50lbs.
• Assisting in personal care needs like bathing, dressing, and grooming
• Demonstrate trust, team work, integrity and respect
• Have excellent interpersonal skills, be flexible, professional and responsible
• Be motivated to meet our client's needs, and contribute to our company's mission

Qualifications

Requirements:

• Must be able flexible with work schedule
• Must have reliable transportation
• Med Tech Certificate/65G-7
• Zero Tolerance and Core Competencies Training
• Valid CPR, First Aid, and Bloodborne Pathogen Certifications
• HIV/AIDS Training
• AHCA Background Screening Level 2
• TB Test Screening
• Valid Florida Driver's License
• Proof of Vehicle Insurance
• Current Vehicle Registration
• Social Security Card
• High School Diploma or GED

Additional Information

Sympathetic attitude toward care ofdisabled or sick

Demonstrated ability to read, write, and carry out directions

Evidence of maturity and ability to deal effectively with job demands

Good verbal and written communications skills

Shall have a criminal history check conducted prior to being offered any position within this agency.