Direct Care Provider
| Verified Pay check_circle | Provided by the employer$15.5 - $17 per hour |
|---|---|
| Hours | Full-time |
| Location | Alachua, Florida |
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Job Description
Job Description
Caregiver Opportunities Available
Pay Rate: $16.00–$17.00 per hour
Caregiver Opportunities Available
Pay Rate: $16.00–$17.00 per hour
We are hiring for full-time, part-time, and PRN positions! Join our dedicated team and make a meaningful impact in the lives of our residents.
Why Join Us?
- Flexible Scheduling: Work hours that fit your life.
- Competitive Pay: We value your skills and dedication.
- Career Growth: Opportunities for advancement within our organization.
About the Role
As a Direct Care Provider, you will be a caregiver working directly with residents to provide personalized care, following support plans tailored to their needs. Your compassion and dedication will foster genuine relationships and positively impact their lives.
Key Responsibilities
- Daily Living Assistance: Help residents with daily activities, such as moving in and out of beds, baths, wheelchairs, or automobiles.
- Personal Care: Assist with hygiene tasks, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Household Support: Perform tasks such as changing bed linens, doing laundry, cleaning, and maintaining a safe and organized home environment.
- Medication Support: Administer prescribed medications and immunizations following protocols.
- Health Monitoring: Observe and document residents' health, conditions, and progress, and communicate any changes to supervisors.
- Engagement and Inclusion: Encourage participation in exercises, social activities, and community inclusion.
- Companionship: Build meaningful relationships through conversation or reading aloud to promote mental health and alertness.
What We’re Looking For
Required Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Ability to read, write, and follow written and oral instructions.
- At least one year of prior professional caregiver experience.
- Ability to successfully complete required background checks and drug screening.
- Current CPR certification.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Physical ability to lift, perform repetitive tasks, including standing, walking, bending, and kneeling for extended periods.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience working with diverse patient needs.
- Empathy, reliability, and strong communication skills.
- Graduation from an accredited Home Health Aide program.
- Experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
- Current CPR and First Aid certification.
- Certification in Medication Administration.
Make a Difference
This is more than a job—it’s a chance to bring joy, comfort, and support to those who need it most. If you have a big heart and the skills to match, we want you on our team.
Apply today and start your rewarding career with us!
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