Part-time Companion in PALATKA bei Community Resource Network of Florida, LLC.

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.

The individual is a 53 year-old woman in need of a companion to support her with community outings. She enjoys going out to walking by the river walk, visiting the library and shopping. 

This is an independent contract position and pays $15.25 per hour

Schedule: Fridays 9am - 1pm

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
• Ensuring individuals 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

• Valid driver’s license 
• Must be able to pass Local and Level 2 Background Screening
• Provide proven 1 year of caregiving experience or technical training.
• Have a High School diploma or equivalent 
• Are 18 years of age or older