If you have a few extra hours a week and would like to get out in the community with an awesome guy, read on!
We are supporting a young man to find the right person to do respite care 2 afternoons/evenings a week. He participates in Self-Directed Support; this means he can employ a provider who he connects with.
Get to know our member!
He lives with his parents in the Green Bay area. He enjoys watching t.v., video games, and going out to eat. This young man is diagnosed with autism, and he is also non-verbal.
What does he need?
· Respite care
· Supervision
· Swimming partner
· Transportation for outings
· Assistance with toileting
· Assistance with dressing
· Calm and relaxed redirection
· Community outings *outing expenses will be covered
What he is looking for:
· Experience working with adults with disabilities and/or in a cognitive behavioral setting
· Reliable transportation
· Valid driver’s license
· Must be 18 or older
· Must be willing/able to go swimming with him
· Adaptive
· Patient
· Caring
What is his schedule?
He is seeking a respite provider for 2 afternoons a week for the duration of 4 hours each day. Flexible days, but consistency is key. Predictability is very important to him and his family and will only help you build a connection with him.
Pay Rate: $17.00/hour
This position was built for an adventurous and adaptive individual. If that describes you, apply today!
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Community Horizons proudly supports individuals across Wisconsin who are enrolled in self-directed programs through Managed Care Organizations, IRIS (Include, Respect, I Self-Direct), and the CLTS (Children’s Long-Term Support) Program.
Self-direction allows participants—and families—to have control over who provides their care and how services are delivered, creating a truly personalized experience. While Community Horizons is not the employer of record, we assist by connecting caregivers with participants and guiding them through the hiring process. All hiring decisions are made by the member or their guardian
If you’re passionate about helping people live as independently as possible in their own homes, we’d love to talk with you. Community Horizons offers the support you need to succeed in your self-directed role.