CareGivers America, a Modivcare Personal Care Service, is looking for an HHA/CNA responsible for providing high-quality services to our home care private duty clients.
 

No experience is needed. We will provide you with paid training!

We are seeking a dedicated, patient, and attentive caregiver to support an autistic child in a safe, nurturing, and structured environment. This role is ideal for someone who is compassionate, dependable, and comfortable supporting a child with unique sensory, communication, and developmental needs.

Position Overview

The caregiver will provide direct supervision and hands-on assistance with daily activities while prioritizing safety awareness and emotional well-being. The ideal candidate understands that consistency, empathy, and clear communication are essential to helping our child thrive.

Key Responsibilities

Safety & Supervision

• Provide continuous supervision with a strong focus on safety awareness

• Anticipate and prevent potential safety risks at home and in the community

• Support emotional regulation and respond calmly during moments of distress

• Follow established routines, safety plans, and behavioral strategies

Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)

• Assist with all ADLs as needed, including:

  • Personal hygiene (toileting, bathing, handwashing, grooming)

  • Dressing and undressing

  • Feeding and mealtime support

• Encourage independence while providing appropriate assistance

Engagement & Support

• Support structured and unstructured play, learning activities, and routines

• Use clear, respectful communication tailored to the child’s needs

• Reinforce positive behaviors and coping skills

• Collaborate with parents and, when applicable, therapists or educators

Household Support (Child-Related)

• Maintain a clean and safe environment during care hours

• Prepare simple meals or snacks as needed

• Assist with organization of the child’s belongings and activity areas

Qualifications & Experience

• Experience caring for autistic children or individuals with developmental differences preferred

• Knowledge of sensory sensitivities, safety awareness challenges, and developmental support strategies is a plus

• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)

• Reliable, patient, and attentive with strong communication skills

• Physically able to assist with ADLs and active supervision

Desired Personal Qualities

• Calm, compassionate, and emotionally attuned

• Consistent, dependable, and safety-focused

• Respectful of family values, routines, and privacy

• Genuinely enjoys working with children and supporting their growth