Benefits :
Weekly Pay - every Friday w / Direct Deposit
Overview : A young adult diagnosed with severe autism and obsessive-compulsive disorder, requires constant care to ensure his safety and well-being.
Due to his medical needs and behavioral challenges, the client needs a dedicated PCA to assist him with daily activities, personal hygiene, and to provide a structured and safe environment.
Responsibilities :
- Personal Hygiene and Care :
- Assist with daily bathing, brushing teeth, and grooming.
- Provide full assistance with dressing and undressing.
- Monitor and assist with toileting, including cleaning and changing soiled clothes.
- Help with hand washing and maintaining cleanliness after meals and toileting.
- Support with shower routine, ensuring his safety and hygiene.
- Meals and Nutrition :
- Prepare breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks.
- Assist with eating, ensuring he doesn’t choke and helping him use utensils.
- Monitor to prevent him from throwing food or drinks.
- Clean up after meals and help with simple tasks like taking his dishes to the sink.
- Behavioral Support :
- Manage the client's aggressive behaviors, including biting, pinching, and punching himself and others.
- Use calming techniques during outbursts.
- Monitor the client to prevent him from engaging in dangerous behaviors, such as running outside or putting non-edible items in his mouth.
- Daily Activities :
- Assist with laundry, ensuring all soiled clothes and bed linens are washed and stored properly.
- Keep the living environment clean and safe.
Qualifications :
- Experience working with individuals with severe autism and OCD is highly preferred.
- Ability to manage and de-escalate aggressive behaviors.
- Strong understanding of personal care and hygiene assistance.
- Patience, empathy, and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
- Physical ability to assist with restraining during outbursts if necessary.
Schedule :
- Monday-Friday
- 40 hours a week
- 10am-6pm
- 8 hour shift
30+ days ago