About the Role:
We are looking for a supportive, patient, and friendly Weekend Buddy to spend time with an autistic high functioning individual and help make Saturday's enjoyable, structured, and meaningful. This is a social–support role focused on companionship, engagement.
Responsibilities:
Provide positive, supportive companionship
Participate in preferred activities (walks, games, crafts, outings, etc.)
Support with social skills and communication when needed
Offer gentle guidance with routines and transitions
Ideal Candidate:
Experience with autism or neurodivergent individuals preferred but not required
Patient, understanding, respectful of sensory needs and communication styles
Reliable, calm, and great with building rapport
Open to learning individual preferences and support strategies
Must be dependable and consistent with scheduling
Valid driver's license and comfortable driving
Schedule:
Weekends only (Saturday's Preferred but no opposed to Sundays)
This is a twice a month position
9am to 5pm but hours can be moved around
Paid mileage for when you are out with the member
Don't miss out on this fun opportunity and apply now.
Job Type: Part-time
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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.
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