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Direct support professional position .for Autistic adult
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Based on North Carolina data
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What they do
A Home Health Aide helps individuals who are disabled, elderly, or chronically ill with daily tasks, such as dressing, washing, and light housekeeping. They can care for patients in their homes or other healthcare settings, and may perform basic medical care under the direction of a nurse or other medical professional. These roles typically require more comprehensive agency-approved training programs.
$31,294 / year median in North Carolina
+22% projected growth
Job Description
Responsibilities:
- Provide respectful assistance with daily living tasks, including showering, grooming and hygiene.
- Support personal development and skill building activities.
- Research and schedule appropriate community outings.
- Encourage independence, social engagement and positive routines.
- Maintain safe, structured, and encouraging environment.
Qualifications:
- Experience working with individuals with autism or developmental disabilities.
- Comfortable providing personal care and hygiene.
- Dependable, patient, and able to communicate effectively.
- References required as well as valid driver's license and insurance.
- CPR and NCI training is manditory and provided
- Complete accurate service documentation (service notes or grids) within required timeframes
Job Type:
Part-time Pay:
$20.00- $24.