Hands-on Care Needed For My Loved One In Durham

About who needs care: We're looking for caring, fun, and compassionate people to be Part-Time Care Assistants at the L'Arche house in South Durham! This role is all about building friendships, sharing life, and supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a warm, welcoming home. If you love meaningful work, enjoy teamwork, and want to make a real impact, this could be the perfect fit! No special certifications required. Just a big heart and a willingness to learn. About the care needs: Qualifications: Desire to work with, to learn from, and to relate to people with intellectual disabilities Desire to work in an inclusive and diverse community Independence, initiative and maturity as demonstrated by: Ability to share responsibility for managing a home Ability to work cooperatively and constructively as part of a team Ability to take responsibility for health and safety of others Ability to work with individuals of different religious affiliation, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, etc. Trustworthy and responsible Sturdy emotional disposition Creativity, flexibility, attention to detail, and ability to organize time Ability to learn about intellectual disabilities, mental health, health disorders, and related physical conditions and treatment approaches Ability to learn and implement simple nursing care, first aid skills, behavior management strategies, personal and environmental hygiene, etc. Ability to learn and complete online and paper documentation Physically able to fulfill direct care responsibilities; including ability to transfer adults from wheelchairs to vehicles, beds, etc. and to lift wheelchairs into and out of vehicles Strong verbal and written English communication skills Satisfactory criminal background check Non-usage of illegal drugs on or off the job 18 years of age or older High School diploma or equivalent; college education preferred Proof of U. S. citizenship or visa status permitting employment in the U. S. Valid drivers license and ability to drive comfortably in the city preferred Ability to commit for minimum of one year Services needed include: transportation, meal preparation, errands / shopping, light housekeeping, companionship, feeding, and bathing / dressing.