Personal Support Aide
Position Overview: Provide compassionate, hands‑on daily living support to help her build independence in hygiene, meals, schoolwork, and community involvement, while ensuring her safety and emotional well‑being.
Hours
- Monday through Friday: Various shifts available for 24‑hour coverage
- Weekends: 12‑hour shift 7a–7p & 7p–7a
Salary Range
$15.00 per hour (waiver‑funded)
Total Hours
Minimum of 20 hours per week, with the potential for up to 40 hours.
Key Duties
- Assist with morning/evening hygiene routines (bathing, dressing)
- Manage laundry, room tidiness, and clothing rotation
- Prep simple healthy snacks and sips of water at scheduled times
- Engage in light household tasks (making bed, wiping surfaces)
- Provide companionship and redirect during stressful moments
Requirements
- Experience as a home care aide, CNA, or a parent’s helper
- Patience and comfort with adult‑child developmental profiles
- Basic meal‑prep skills and the ability to follow structured routines
- Strong reliability and clear communication
Qualifications
- Experience working with individuals with autism and developmental delays is preferred
- Patience, empathy, and understanding of behavioral challenges associated with autism
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and calmly with the individual
- Ability to prepare meals and manage household tasks independently
- A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for community outings and medical appointments
- Ability to provide emotional support and behavior management when needed
- Must respect household rules and boundaries, maintaining professionalism and respect for the family’s home
Other Duties As Needed
- Perform other duties as needed to ensure the individual’s well‑being and the smooth running of her daily life
Background check required; random drug testing.