HIRING NOW Companion Needed – Fort Myers

Community Resource Network of Florida, LLC. • Fort Myers, FL

106d • $15

About The Position

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. We are seeking a kind and reliable caregiver to support a 29-year-old young woman in need of a companion who is outgoing who will take her out to socialize and to community outings. The ideal candidate is someone who is kind-hearted and patient. She loves computers, movies, talking on the phone, eating, shopping, bowling and watching tv. This is an independent contract position and pays $15.00 per hour. Schedule: Two days, Mon - Fri from 3pm - 6pm (flexible with days) and Sat (flexible hours).

Requirements

• Must be able to pass Local and Level 2 Background Screening
• Provide 1 year of caregiving experience
• Have a High School diploma or equivalent
• Have a Valid Driver license
• Are 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, community outings, such as grocery shopping and appointments
• Promote communication, choice, independence, and socialization
• Complete daily progress notes

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees