Daytime Caregiver needed North Fort Myers

About the Role

Community Resource Network of Florida is seeking a fun, compassionate, and dependable caregiver to support a young man with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). The individual requires assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs) and socialization. He enjoys watching the Game Show Network, coloring, puzzles, word searches, swimming, and walking around his neighborhood. This position is offered on an independent‑contractor basis, not as an employee of the company.

Fit Criteria

• Positive outlook and contagious energy
• Demonstrated patience and compassion

Responsibilities

• Encourage and support the individual during home activities
• Assist with personal hygiene tasks
• Prepare meals and perform light cleaning
• Ensure the individual's safety and maintain a safe living environment
• Facilitate community involvement by accompanying the individual to social events, grocery shopping, appointments, and other outings
• Promote communication, choice, independence, and socialization
• Complete daily progress notes

Qualifications and Skills

• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to pass Local and Level 2 Background Screening
• At least 1 year of caregiving experience or relevant technical training
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Age 18 years or older
• Experience working with individuals who have frequent seizures is ideal
• Compliance with House Bill 531 (2025) through the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse Education and Awareness website

Pay

$16.00 per hour.

Schedule

Monday to Friday, either 8:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. or 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. No weekends required. Approximately 25 hours per week.