DIRECT CARE STAFF
Full Time • MIRAMAR
Benefits:
- PAID VACATION
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Direct Care Assistant to provide support and assistance to individuals with disabilities in a group home setting. This role involves helping residents with daily living activities, ensuring their well-being, and promoting a safe and supportive environment. The ideal candidate is patient, reliable, and committed to enhancing the quality of life for individuals with developmental disabilities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide hands-on assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
- Assist with meal preparation, feeding, and following dietary guidelines.
- Administer medications as prescribed and document accordingly.
- Support residents in community outings, recreational activities, and social engagement.
- Encourage independence while ensuring safety and supervision.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of living spaces.
- Document daily activities, progress, and any incidents per agency policies.
- Communicate effectively with supervisors, healthcare providers, and family members.
- Follow all state regulations and agency policies to ensure the highest standard of care.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED required.
- 1 year experience working with individuals with disabilities preferred.
- CPR, First Aid, and Medication Administration Certification, etc. (or willingness to obtain).
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record (if transporting residents).
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Patience, empathy, and a passion for supporting individuals with disabilities.
Compensation: $16.00 per hour
About Connecting Hearts
Connecting Hearts in Florida ADT is Broward's leading Adult Day Training and Senior Center. Our mission is to empower adults with developmental disabilities by providing them with the highest quality of care, education, and social activities. With over 20 years of experience in the developmentally disabled community, our compassionate and qualified staff are committed to providing a nurturing environment that fosters creativity, fun, and learning. We strive to create a culture of compassion and understanding, where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. Join our community today and help us make a difference in the lives of those we serve.
Empowering Lives: Our Values, Mission, and Team
At Connecting Hearts in Florida ADT, we are dedicated to providing the highest quality of care and support for adults with developmental disabilities. Our mission is to empower our clients to achieve their goals and lead fulfilling lives by providing personalized care, life skills instruction, and recreational activities in a safe and supportive environment. We believe that everyone deserves to live with dignity and respect, and we strive to create a culture of compassion and understanding at our center. To achieve this goal, we have a team of highly trained and experienced professionals who are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of our clients. Our values guide everything we do, and we are committed to providing exceptional care and support to our clients and their families.
Our Values
At Connecting Hearts in Florida ADT, we are guided by a set of core values:
- Compassion: We approach our work with kindness, empathy, and understanding.
- Respect: We treat our clients, their families, and each other with dignity and respect.
- Quality: We are committed to providing the highest quality of care and support to our clients.
- Collaboration: We work closely with our clients, their families, and other service providers to ensure that our clients receive the best possible care.
Our Mission
Our mission is to provide the best services for adults with developmental disabilities and to offer creativity, fun, education, leisure, and social activities. We believe that every person deserves the opportunity to live a fulfilling and meaningful life, and we are committed to making that a reality for our clients.
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