Direct Support Worker - Part-time

## Description

Multiple part-time schedules and positions available! Previous experience is **NOT** required.

As the **Direct Support Worker**, you will support individuals with disabilities in a home environment. This position will work with the individuals to help them achieve their goals while promoting independence. Specific duties will include:

• Assisting with meal planning, shopping, and preparation to further the goal of healthy eating,
• Connecting individuals to activities in the community to support physical and mental health.
• Providing encouragement and coaching to support individuals learning skills for daily living.
• Assisting individuals with shopping in the community for personal wants and needs.
• Supporting individuals with household tasks such as light cleaning, taking out trash, and laundry tasks
• Assisting individuals with medication needs (monitoring or distributing)
• Coaching individuals on financial management

**Available Schedules**

• Saturday & Sunday – 3:00pm to 11:00pm
• Monday thru Thursday – 7:00am to 3:00pm
• Monday thru Friday – 3:00pm to 11:00pm

## Qualifications

You need to be at least 18 years of age and possess a high school diploma or GED for this position. Although previous experience is preferable, it is **NOT** required. Caring Hands & More will train. Additional requirements include:

• A passion for supporting others while respecting individual differences
• Sound judgment and good decision-making skills
• A willingness to adapt and learn new skills
• Basic to intermediate computer skills
• Valid driver’s license in good standing