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Seeking an empathic, energetic part-time companion for young woman w developmental differences

Posted by Ryan M. on 3/23/2024

  • $30.00 per hour

Adult with profound developmental differences in Takoma Park to hire an additional team member for part-time companionship & care, ~5-25 hrs/week (your choice). She is warm, enthusiastic, curious, and most of her communication is non-verbal. She is a young adult, enjoys attention from people, and loves musical instruments, walking, water, and outdoor play. $30/hr.

Needs:
Warmth, enthusiasm, playfulness, & patience
Excited to develop an empathic & active relationship
Work closely with her family
Handle difficult behaviors with kindness
No previous training/experience required
Support all ADLs
Help w basic chores
Comfort with the intentional community co-op household we live in, 10+ people
Comfortably walk 2 miles/day
Lift 80 lbs
Fill in a W2 and I9
Current CPR and First Aid certification (we can pay for you getting this)
No perfumes or artificial fragrances

Start date flexible hoping to find people interested in working with us for 3 months or longer.

Additional Details

  • Number of special needs care recipients: One care recipient

Age Groups

  • Adult

Services Needed

  • Dressing Assistance
  • Feeding Assistance
  • Mobility Assistance
  • Positive Behavioral Support
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$30.00 per hour

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