Weekend Companion Needed in St Johns

Community Resource Network of Florida, Inc.; Florida; On-site; USD 31,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking a compassionate caregiver to support a 39-year-old male with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The role involves community outings, ensuring safety, and promoting independence. Ideal candidates are dependable, patient, and have prior caregiving experience. This independent contract position offers flexible weekend hours.

Qualifications

• Must be able to pass local and Level 2 background screening.
• Proven 1 year of caregiving experience or technical training.

Responsibilities

• Encourage and support the individual during home activities.
• Ensure individuals' safety and maintain a safe living environment.
• Facilitate community involvement by accompanying the individual to social events.

Skills

Compassion

Patience

Positive Outlook

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Community Resource Network of Florida

A caregiver who is fun, compassionate, dependable, and 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 39-year-old male in need of a companion to support him with community outings and socialization. He enjoys participating in Special Olympics events such as bowling and basketball.

This is an independent contract position paying $15.25 per hour.

Schedule: Saturday and Sunday between 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

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:

• Encourage and support the individual during home activities
• Ensure individuals' safety and maintain a safe living environment
• Perform light housekeeping tasks
• Facilitate community involvement by accompanying the 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
• Proven 1 year of caregiving experience or technical training
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Age 18 or older