HIRING NOW Companion Needed – Fort Myers

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 young man in need of a companion who is outgoing who will take him out to socialize and to community outings.  This is an independent contract position and pays $15.00 per hour Schedule :

• 7.5 hours on Saturday and 7.5 hours Sunday (flexible schedule) .     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 : 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  Qualifications and Skills 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 Powered by JazzHR