Special Needs Caregiver Is needed in Hudson Florida
About The Position
Paramount Home Health Care is seeking a dependable, mature, patient, and experienced caregiver to support a male individual with special needs in Hudson, Florida. The patient is relatively independent but needs supervision, companionship, and support from a caregiver who can confidently establish boundaries, give clear directions, and redirect challenging behaviors in a calm, respectful, and professional manner. The patient is not physically aggressive and has no history of hitting others, but may resist instructions, particularly from female caregivers. The caregiver will work Sundays, Mondays, and Tuesdays from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, for 36 hours per week. A reliable personal vehicle, valid driver's license, and current automobile insurance are required. Mileage reimbursement is available for approved patient-related transportation and community activities, subject to agency policies.
Requirements
- Male or female applicants are welcome.
- Previous experience working with individuals with special needs or behavioral challenges is strongly preferred.
- Must be mature, confident, dependable, patient, and responsible.
- Must be comfortable working with a male patient who may resist instructions or challenge boundaries.
- Must be able to be firm and assertive without using intimidation, threats, or physical force.
- Must have a reliable personal vehicle.
- Must possess a valid driver's license and current automobile insurance.
- Must be comfortable transporting or accompanying the patient into the community.
- Strong communication skills, sound judgment, and emotional maturity are essential.
- Must be available Sundays, Mondays, and Tuesdays from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience working with individuals with special needs or behavioral challenges.
- Experience with behavioral management, crisis prevention, and de-escalation techniques.
Responsibilities
- Provide supervision, companionship, and support to a male individual with special needs.
- Establish clear boundaries and consistently reinforce appropriate behaviors.
- Use firm but respectful communication to encourage cooperation and compliance with daily routines.
- Recognize behavioral triggers and use appropriate redirection and de-escalation techniques.
- Accompany the patient into the community for outings, recreational activities, and approved appointments.
- Encourage independence while ensuring the patient's safety.
- Remain calm, patient, and professional when the patient is uncooperative or refuses instructions.
- Follow the patient's individualized care plan and behavioral support strategies.
- Communicate behavioral concerns and relevant updates to agency management.
Benefits
- Mileage reimbursement is available for approved patient-related transportation and community activities, subject to agency policies.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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