Direct Care Provider (Weekday 7am - 3pm Shift )

Job Description

Job DescriptionSchedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift

Experience:

• Caregiving: 1 year (Required)

Job description for Direct Care Provider ( 7am - 3pm Shift )
Serenity of Mind, Inc. is an agency providing services to individuals with developmental disabilities. Current services include group home/residential habitation, companionship and transportation. We are seeking a passionate, patient, and compassionate Direct Care Provider (Caregiver) to join our team! The individual will supervise individuals with developmental disabilities and/or intellectual disabilities in a residential setting to ensure their safety and protection. The primary role is to provide companionship to individuals while they are out in the community. The role may also require assisting with the activities for daily living, medication administration, and behavioral aspects of individuals with developmental disabilities and/or intellectual disabilities.

The goal is to provide supervision of individuals with developmental disabilities in the community setting while the individual is engaging in a meaningful activity of choice. The Direct Care Provider must ensure safety, comfort, and protection of individual rights. Provide direction, assistance and support for all aspects of self-care and daily living activities. Assist in dealing with medication administration, behavioral, and emotional needs. Assist in meal preparation, laundry and housekeeping chores. Provide transportation to and from for the individual in personal vehicle or company vehicle. The staff may also be required to do drop-off and pick up at the Adult Day Program. Complete required documentation and paperwork. And additional tasks as requested.

Responsibilities:

• Transport clients to the community to engage in a meaningful activities daily
• Transport clients in personal vehicle or company vehicle
• Assist clients with daily living activities
• Assist with preparing meals, light housekeeping, and laundry
• Complete all required documentation by end of shift
• Communicate ongoing care results and updates to supervisor
• Collaborate with clients and families for best care opportunities
• Maintain a healthy and comfortable living environment
• Evening shift: 7am-3pm
• Monday - Friday

Qualifications:

• At least 18 years old
• Must have passing level 2 background
• Previous experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities, personal care or other related fields
• Compassionate, reliable and caring demeanor
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Valid Florida Driver’s License, reliable transportation, and proof of insurance

About us

Serenity of Mind, Inc. is a company in Jacksonville, FL. We are professional, innovative, supportive and our goal is to Creating a state of peace, so your mind is at ease.

Our work environment includes:

• Paid Training
• Lively atmosphere
• On-the-job training
• Growth opportunities
• Safe work environment
• Casual work attire

Serenity of Mind, Inc. provided the following inclusive hiring information:

We are an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.

Job Type: Full-time

Expected hours: 40 per week (Morning Shift)

Work Location: In Person