Personal Support & Companion Services (Part-time)

MacDonald Training Center, Inc.; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

MacDonald Training Center, Inc. in Tampa, Florida is seeking a Part-time Personal Support & Companion to help individuals achieve their goals, provide companionship, supervise daily activities, and assist with community integration.

You will maintain safety in living environments, document services, complete required trainings, and support individuals with daily tasks and routines while upholding professional standards and regulatory guidelines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; 18+ years old.
• 1 year of verifiable experience in medical, psychiatric, nursing, child-care or developmental disabilities work.
• Valid driver’s license, vehicle registration, and auto insurance.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both spoken and written.
• Willingness to complete required trainings, certifications and medication administration validation.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and supervision to individuals to help meet goals.
• Assist individuals to join community activities and maintain social engagement.
• Maintain a safe, clean home environment and assist with daily tasks.
• Document services accurately and timely; complete required training annually.
• Administer and document medications per policies and regulations.
• Offer companionship and social interaction to reduce isolation.
• Accompany individuals to appointments, events, and community activities.
• Maintain professional boundaries and collaborate with others.

Skills

English proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Ability to work independently

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Personal Support & Companion Services (Part-time)

MacDonald Training Center, Inc. Tampa, Florida, United States

About this position

Description:

• Provide support and supervision to individuals to assist them with achieving their implementation plan goals.
• Assist individuals to become integrated into the community by providing and/or arranging meaningful community-based activities.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment in an individual's house/apartment.
• Assist individuals with daily tasks.
• Treat everyone with civility, kindness, active listening, and professionalism, even in challenging situations.
• Document all services provided accurately and in a timely manner.
• Complete and maintain current in all required training and certification on an annual or renewal basis.
• Complete and maintain validated certification in the administration of medication.
• Accurately record all medications administered and maintain medications in accordance with the medication policy.
• Provide companionship, supervision, and social interaction to individuals to reduce isolation and promote emotional well-being.
• Engage individuals in conversation, recreational, leisure, and hobby-based activities based on their interests and abilities.
• Accompany individuals to community activities, appointments, social events, and outings to encourage community inclusion.
• Offer prompting and encouragement with daily routines to support independence.
• Support individuals in developing and maintaining positive social skills and relationships.
  Ensure a safe, respectful, and supportive environment at all times.
• Maintain appropriate professional boundaries while building positive rapport.
• Ensure compliance with all MTC policies and procedures, APD, and other regulatory agencies.
• Maintain a collaborative work environment and work well with others.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Minimum of one (1) year of verifiable experience working in a medical, psychiatric, nursing, child-care setting, or with individuals who have developmental disabilities.
• Substitution: College or vocational/technical training equivalent to 30 semester hours, 45 quarter hours, or 720 classroom hours may substitute for the required experience.
• Valid driver’s license, current vehicle registration, and automobile insurance required.
• Ability to communicate effectively in spoken and written English.
• Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with individuals served, families, staff, and community partners.
• Demonstrated ability to be culturally responsive, disability-sensitive, and socially perceptive.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive, collaborative working relationships.
• Knowledge of or willingness to learn person-centered practices.
• Ability to support individuals using adaptive and behavioral support strategies as outlined in service plans.
• Strong customer service skills with a compassionate, respectful approach.
• Basic mathematical skills (for documentation and medication recording, as applicable).
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
• Ability to perform light housekeeping duties to maintain a safe and clean environment.
• Willingness and ability to complete required training, certifications, and medication administration validation as required by policy and regulatory agencies.
• Must pass a Level II background check/fingerprinting ( https://info.flclearinghouse.com ), drug screening, and FDOT/MVR check.

Compensation: $15.25/hour; 20 hours per week.

Why Join Us?

• Rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals with disabilities.
• Opportunity to be part of a mission-driven organization.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Competitive benefits package.
• Professional development and growth opportunities.

MTC is a drug-free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Salary Information

$15.25 - $15.25Hourly Wage