Independent Direct Care Provider

Job overview

The Independent Direct Care Provider role is onsite in Panama City Beach, FL, with compensation of $17 per hour. The schedule is Monday–Friday, 3 PM–6 PM, and Saturday, 9 AM–3 PM; the posting describes 21 hours per week. Avail Health & Behavioral Solutions supports individuals who process life differently and emphasizes dignity and respect. The provider offers one-on-one home and community support to a young adult on the autism spectrum. The role promotes daily living skills, person-centered goals, safety, and community involvement while following individualized care plans and behavioral support strategies.

What you'll do

• Assist with activities of daily living and independent living skills
• provide transportation to community activities
• encourage positive behaviors and reinforce person-centered goals
• follow individualized care plans and behavioral support strategies
• promote dignity, choice, and community involvement
• communicate with agency leadership, families, and support coordinators
• respond to emergencies as needed under agency protocols.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

direct care provider

part-time

autism support

one-on-one support

activities of daily living

independent living skills

community engagement

person-centered care

panama city beach fl

avail health

$17/hour

monday–friday 3–6 pm

saturday 9 am–3 pm

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• The posting lists a single-client assignment, no evening or overnight shifts, and a supportive team environment
• independent contractors are not eligible for company-sponsored benefits, health insurance, or paid time off.

Why this role

This is an independent contractor registry position, not a W-2 role; the posting states contractors are not eligible for company-sponsored benefits, health insurance, or paid time off. A reliable personal vehicle is required, and gas or mileage is not reimbursed.

About the employer

Avail Health & Behavioral Solutions, LLC is hiring for this role. Industry: Other Individual and Family Services. Sector: 62.