Compensation: $17.00 per hourJob Type: Part-Time | 8 Hours Per WeekFlexible Schedule: 4 days per week (2 hours per day) OR 2 days per week (4 hours per day) OR 1 day per week (8 hours)Location: Crestview, FLLooking for a flexible, rewarding side gig?
Avail Health & Behavioral Solutions, LLC is seeking a Direct Care Provider to join our registry network as an independent contractor. In this role, you will provide one-on-one community support for a high-functioning 20-year-old male on the autism spectrum. Routine care includes acting as a friend and mentor to help the client practice social skills in the real world. This is a great opportunity for experienced caregivers or special needs teachers looking to expand their current case load or pick up extra hours.
What does a typical shift look like?Our work is home healthcare, but this role operates more like a peer mentor and social coach. The client is conversational, high-functioning, and does not need medical assistance or clinical support. He just needs a solid person to hang out with and help him navigate social settings. A typical shift includes teaming up with the client to do activities like...
- Hitting the gym and working out
- Going fishing or shopping at Bass Pro Shops
- Playing video games at home or going to the arcade
- Bowling or playing putt-putt at the mall
- Grabbing lunch and practicing social skills (like mock job interviews)
What do you need to apply?
- High School Diploma or GED
- Valid driver’s license and reliable personal vehicle for professional use (gas/mileage not reimbursed)
- Ability to pass a Level II Background Screening
- Experience supporting individuals with disabilities or behavioral health needs
- Demonstrated ability to manage client care and safety with limited supervision
- Personal smartphone required for app-based scheduling and client communication
- CPR/First Aid Certification (required within 30 days of onboarding)
- APD Training Certificates (required within 30 days of onboarding)
- CNA, BLS, HHA, or DSP certifications preferred (not required)
About Us
Avail Health & Behavioral Solutions, LLC was created to assist individuals who process life differently and struggle to function in a world that is not always built for them. At Avail, people are not reduced to a file or a diagnosis. Instead, they are seen, heard, and valued. Every challenge is met with understanding and real solutions, and every client is treated with dignity and respect. At the end of the day, we care about our clients and take pride in knowing that the work we do makes a difference in their lives.
Contract Terms Disclosure
This is an Independent Contractor (1099) position, not a W-2 employment role. Contractors are strictly responsible for their own tax obligations (including self-employment taxes) and are not eligible for company-sponsored benefits, health insurance, or paid time off.