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HORIZONS OF OKALOOSA COUNTY, INC dba The Arc of Emerald Coast Caregiver (Group Home) in Fort Walton Beach, Florida

*2 POSITIONS AVAILABLE*

Caregiver -** Direct Support Professional Group Home Full Time, Almost Full Time, and Part Time / On Call Positions Available

Shifts Needed (schedule and your availability will be further discussed in the interview): **

  • Monday - Friday: 2pm - 10pm
  • Saturday and Sunday: 6am-2pm and 2pm-10pm
  • On Call

The Arc of the Emerald Coast continuously provides services to intellectually and developmentally disabled children and adults in Santa Rosa, Okaloosa, and Walton Counties for over 30 years. These services enable individuals to live, work, and play in their community. We invite you to be a part of our team and make a difference in the life of a special needs person.

Do you have a passion for helping others? We want you!

As a caregiver at The Arc of the Emerald Coast you will build relationships, improve the quality of life, and serve adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in need of love and care.

We want you to:

  • Be proud of rewarding work helping people grown, learn, and live well
  • Develop real meaningful relationships with the individuals you serve
  • Experience ownership and trust from your leaders to do what's right for clients
  • Take initiative to help participants be part of the community and enjoy their favorite activities
  • Support participant with developmental goals like exercise and nutrition
  • Expand your knowledge and find a fulfilling career with opportunities for advancement

If you're compassionate, patient, and find meaning in this type of work, you'll find a promising future at The Arc of the Emerald Coast.

Responsibilities:

To provide the support and supervision individual's need to maintain control of their lives, perform daily living skills and participate in normal routines of the home.

To conduct training sessions using task analysis related to supports identified in the Individual Support Plan (ISP).

Supervise the training of residents, helping with meals, in accordance with posted menus, and other household chores to maintain general upkeep and cleanliness of the home.

Protect each resident's rights and freedoms, maintain the confidentiality of their personal information, and provide for and insure each individual's rights to privacy.

Administer medications as trained.

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