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Caregiver jobs

A caregiver supports a person with daily living, safety and routines, at home, at school or in the community. One-to-one caregivers for adults with autism or developmental disabilities follow a plan built with the family and support communication, behavior and personal care.

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About caregiver roles

A caregiver supports a person with daily living, safety and routines, at home, at school or in the community. One-to-one caregivers for adults with autism or developmental disabilities follow a plan built with the family and support communication, behavior and personal care.

What caregivers do

  • Help with personal care, meals and daily routines
  • Follow the family’s established routines and behavior strategies
  • Support communication, including for people who use AAC devices
  • Provide supervision and keep the person safe
  • Keep simple daily notes for the family

What families look for

  • Experience with autism or developmental disabilities
  • Calm, consistent de-escalation skills
  • Reliability over a full weekly schedule
  • CPR and first aid; a background check is usually part of hiring

Questions

Do caregivers need a nursing license?

No. Caregiver roles that do not involve skilled nursing do not require a license; the posting states any requirement.

What is AAC?

Augmentative and alternative communication: devices, apps and picture systems that help a person who does not speak communicate.

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