Job Title: Psychologist caretaker and aide
About the Role
We are seeking a compassionate and qualified Psychologist caretaker and aide to provide round-the-clock therapeutic support and daily living assistance to a teenage girl with mental health and developmental challenges. This is a live-in position requiring overnight presence, offering a stable, nurturing environment where the individual can thrive.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide consistent daily structure and emotional support in a residential setting
- Assist with morning and evening routines, including wake-up, hygiene, meals, and bedtime preparation
- Monitor and document behavioral patterns, mood, and any significant incidents
- Implement individualized care plans and behavioral support strategies in collaboration with the clinical team
- Maintain a calm, safe, and supportive home environment throughout the day and overnight
- Communicate regularly with parents/guardians and multidisciplinary care team
- Respond appropriately to emotional dysregulation, crisis situations, or behavioral escalations
- Support medication management routines as directed by the supervising clinician
- Encourage independence and skill-building in daily living activities
- You are expected to stay with the child during the night.
Required:
- Knowledge of trauma-informed care principles
- Valid driver's license and clean driving record
- Clear background check (mandatory)
Work Location: In person
