SANZIE HEALTHCARE SERVICES IMMEDIATE OPENING for Direct Support Staff/Registered Behavior Tech Job Description: Caregiver for a 22-year-old female with Autism in Riverdale, GA Position Overview: We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate caregiver for a 22-year-old young adult with autism and moderate developmental delay. This individual will assist with daily living tasks, personal care, schoolwork, and community involvement while maintaining a safe and respectful environment. The ideal candidate should have experience with autism, demonstrate patience, and possess the skills necessary to support the individual's functional independence. Key Responsibilities: Personal Care & Hygiene: • Assist with bathing, grooming, and other personal hygiene tasks. • Ensure the individual maintains proper hygiene and cleanliness, including dressing and grooming appropriately. • Help the individual with daily hygiene routines (e.g., brushing teeth, hair care). • Ensure her room and living space remain clean, organized, and comfortable. Meal Preparation & Nutrition: • Prepare healthy meals according to the individual's preferences and dietary needs. • Encourage her to eat balanced meals and ensure she does not rely on unhealthy options such as sugar-rich foods. • Help the individual with meal planning and teach her basic meal preparation skills, ensuring safety in the kitchen (due to safety concerns with stove use). Medication Management: • Assist the individual with taking her medications on schedule. • Maintain proper records of medication usage and communicate any concerns about her health or reactions to medications. Schoolwork & Cognitive Engagement: • Assist with her IXL and ABC Mouse activities, ensuring she remains engaged in schoolwork and learning. • Encourage and support her educational activities, providing positive reinforcement and assistance with tasks as needed. Behavior Management & Emotional Support: • Provide guidance and emotional support during behavioral episodes, ensuring she feels heard and respected. • Remain calm and patient, offering reassurance during times of frustration or stress. • Communicate in a positive, supportive manner, making her feel respected as an individual. Community Outings: • Take her on community outings to engage in social and recreational activities. • Encourage the individual to participate in social interactions and develop her independence in various settings. Health and Medical Appointments • Accompany the individual to medical and therapy appointments, ensuring she gets the care she needs. • Provide support during appointments, ensuring the individual is comfortable and understands the process. Household Tasks: • Assist with household chores such as cleaning, laundry, and organizing, teaching her how to manage these tasks. • If she cannot complete the tasks during behavioral episodes, the caregiver will take on these responsibilities. Respect for Household Rules: • Respect the household rules and boundaries, ensuring the caregiver maintains a harmonious living environment. • Keep common areas clean and organized, respecting the personal space of both the individual and the household. Other Duties as Needed: • Perform any other duties as necessary to ensure the individual's well-being and the smooth running of her daily life. Qualifications: • Experience working with individuals with autism and developmental delays is preferred. • Patience, empathy, and understanding of behavioral challenges associated with autism. • Strong communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and calmly with the individual. • Ability to prepare meals and manage household tasks independently. • A valid driver's license and reliable transportation for community outings and medical appointments. • Ability to provide emotional support and behavior management when needed. • Must respect household rules and boundaries, maintaining professionalism and respect for the family's home. Schedule: • Full-time or part-time availability depends on the candidate's preference and the individual's schedule. • Flexibility in assisting with the individual's needs is required. Background is required and random drug testing.