Seeking fun, outgoing Companion for daytime hours

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 looking for dedicated direct care professionals who want to make a difference in the lives of the people we serve. 

The individual is a young and independent male in need of a companion who is compassionate and outgoing who will take him out to socialize and to community outings. 

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

Schedule: Monday-Thursday 10am-2pm  No Weekends

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 
• Facilitate community involvement by accompanying individual to social events, community outings, such as grocery shopping and appointments
• Promote communication, choice, independence, and socialization 
• 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