Personal Care Provider

About the role

An in-home personal care provider works with children and adolescents with intellectual disabilities. The provider will work 1:1 with the individual on goals established as part of the individual's In Home Supports plan. Goals may focus on but are not limited to increasing independence with activities of daily living, increasing social/communication skills and gaining life skills.

Responsibilities

• Work 1:1 with the individual on goals established as part of the individual's In Home Supports plan.
• Identify and address support needs of individuals with intellectual disabilities, particularly those with autism.
• Be energetic, observant, a great communicator, and able to make community connections on behalf of the child they support.
• Transportation is required for this position. Candidate must possess a valid driver’s license, a clean driving record, and proof of insurance.

Requirements

• Possess a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• Pass a background check including, but not limited to, criminal and driving records.

Qualifications

• Experience in any of the following areas will be considered: LNA, CNA, DSP, Direct Support Professional, patient care, client care, aide, paraprofessional, youth counselor, residential support, childcare, disability, brain injury, brain disorders, mental health, nursing, medical provider, treatment provider, elderly, hospice, caretaker, homemaker, home health, home provider, PCA, companion care, home health aide, nanny educator, teacher, resident, behavior support, or para educator.

Benefits

Community Partners, Strafford County’s premier behavioral health & developmental services provider, links people to the long-term supports and services they need to live a full life in this community.

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Hours vary based on the individual's needs and can range from 20 to 40 hours per week.