Fun Companion Needed in Cape Coral at 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 46 year old male, in need of a companion to accompany him to community outings and encourage socialization. He enjoys swimming at community pools, volunteering at Gator Mike's and learning Spanish in Duolingo app.

This is an independent contract position and pays $15.00 per hour

Schedule: Tuesday and Thursdays from 8:00am-2:30pm

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:

• 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