What are the responsibilities and job description for the High Support Needs Child Respite Care position at Community Horizons LLC?
Community Horizons is assisting a family in the Appleton area to find a care provider who can work with their special needs child both in the community and in their home. This is a part-time position where most of the shift would be spent engaging in community outings.
Schedule:
Saturday or Sunday (Open to availability) (1) 8- hour shift per week.
This position has the potential to expand to a regular part-time position in the future.
Wage: $17.98
Job tasks:
- Plan and execute community outings.
- Provide transportation to and from outings.
- Engage in de-escalating tactics as needed.
- Provide 1:1 supervision and support.
- Provide a safe space for self-expression.
Requirements:
- Drivers license
- Reliable vehicle- willing to use personal vehicle to provide transportation (local travel only).
- Experience working with adults or children with complex needs (Mental health, Developmental disabilities, Autism, ADHD, ODD, Etc.)
- Willingness to learn and accept coaching.
- Ability to pass a Wisconsin Caregiving Background Check.
- Proven dependability.
- Committed to providing care to children and adults with special needs.
Special Interest of the child:
- Swimming
- Local Parks
- Sensory Club
- YMCA
Please note that this is a cat-friendly and dog-friendly home. There are also various caged critters in the home. No care is needed, but it is important to note for those with allergies or fears.
Community Horizons offers support for individuals enrolled in self-directed programs through Managed Care Organizations or IRIS (Include, Respect, I Self-Direct) throughout Wisconsin. Self-direction gives program participants the choice over who provides services and how they receive them. Community Horizons is not the employer on record, members make all hiring decisions with the involvement of a third-party fiscal agent responsible for payroll.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $17.98 per hour
Expected hours: 6 – 8 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18
