We have multiple openings for 1:1 caregiving positions to support various Autistic young women in Manhattan. RBT/BCBA experience a plus!
Hours: We are looking for people with weekday availability (M-F) between 12-6pm and 6-9pm and/or weekend availability between 10am-9pm. Please note – Candidates do not need all availability to apply! There are multiple shifts available.
Job Requirements*:
* Preferred qualification
- Experience as a caregiver for a young adult with disabilities and challenging behaviors*
- Experience working with people with minimal language and non-speakers*
- Ability to walk at a rapid pace for 20+ minutes with client*
- Ability to navigate Manhattan to accompany adult to various activities*
- Willingness to be flexible and creative to support adults with various needs and challenges*
- Ability to remain calm under pressure and experience using de-escalation techniques*
- Strong communication skills*
- Willingness and ability to assist with light housekeeping, cooking for the client and running household errands as needed is a plus
- An interest in mental health
- College degree
- Ability to swim
Job Responsibilities may include some or all of the following tasks:
- Provide one-on-one care for a young adult with autism, assisting with hygiene, daily living skills, and meal prep.
- Support self-care practices, including dressing, bathing, hair care, and tooth brushing.
- Act as a travel companion, helping navigate the community and attending appointments if needed.
- Assist with meal prep, heating, plating food, and support during meals.
- Administer medications as per the schedule.
- Engage the client in activities like drawing, music, puzzles, and introduce new interests.
- Perform light housekeeping, including cleaning, laundry, and errands like grocery or pharmacy visits.
- Collaborate with therapists, caregivers, and family for consistent care.
About Us
We are a private case management company that provides case management services for adults with disabilities and their families! Families hire us to support with all areas of their adult child's life, including finding staff people to work with their adult children.
