Individualized Home Support

Job Title: Individualized Home Support (IHS) Staff
Employment Type: Part-time / Full-time
Agency: Optimal Home Health Care Services

About the Role

We are seeking compassionate, dependable, and motivated individuals to join our team as Individualized Home Support (IHS) staff. This role provides essential support and/or training to individuals with disabilities to help them live as independently as possible in their homes and communities.

IHS services focus on empowering people to develop skills, maintain independence, and achieve their personal goals through individualized support.

Service Options

IHS services are provided under three categories:

• IHS without training – providing direct support in daily living activities and community engagement.
• IHS with training – offering skill-building and instruction to help individuals acquire, retain, or improve independent living skills.
• IHS with family training – supporting both the individual and their family in building skills for greater independence and quality of life.

Key Responsibilities

Depending on the individual’s needs, duties may include:

• Providing cueing, guidance, or instruction to support daily living and community activities.
• Assisting with community participation — helping individuals access community resources, recreational activities, or social opportunities.
• Supporting health, safety, and wellness by helping schedule appointments, maintain routines, and build healthy habits.
• Assisting with household management tasks such as meal planning, cleaning, and organizing.
• Encouraging adaptive skills such as problem-solving, self-regulation, and positive behavior strategies.
• Providing direct supervision to ensure safety and promote independence during community activities.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent (required).
• Previous experience in caregiving, direct support, or human services (preferred but not required).
• Ability to pass a DHS background check.
• Reliable transportation and valid driver’s license (preferred).
• Compassionate, patient, and committed to helping others grow and succeed.

Schedule & Pay

• Flexible scheduling — weekday, evening, and weekend shifts available.
• Competitive hourly pay based on service & experience.
• Paid training provided.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Paid time off

Application Question(s):

• What city are you based in? How far are you willing to drive?
• Are you comfortable working in homes where pets are present? Any pet-related allergies?
• How many hours per week are you looking to work? Please select the range that best fits your availability: 1–10 hours, 11–20 hours, 21–30 hours, 30+

Language:

• English (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Overnight Shift (Preferred)
• Night Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person