About who needs care: IHSS Caregiver Needed Autism, Protective Supervision, Seizures (Soquel, CA) Hiring immediately for two teens (ages 17 & 18) with severe autism. Seeking patient, calm, reliable caregivers for in-home IHSS (In-Home Supportive Services) in Soquel, CA. About the Individuals Draven (18) moderate to severe autism Ryker (17) profoundly severe autism Both require: 24/7 protective supervision Assistance with all activities of daily living Seizure monitoring (grand mal) Support during sensory overload High level of structure and calm communication Nonverbal / limited communication Safety monitoring during behaviors About the care needs: Ideal Candidate You do NOT need formal autism training we will train you. But you should be: Extremely patient, calm, and consistent Comfortable with self-injury behaviors and safe redirection Comfortable with agitation or behaviors that may cause injury to others Comfortable with seizure-trained environments Reliable and on time Able to follow routines Not easily overwhelmed by noise or movement Comfortable with lifting / supporting during care routines Willing to learn the boys communication cues Experience is a plus: ABA, respite work, paraeducator, caregiver, CNA, psychology/Special Ed students, or anyone with special needs experience
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