Weekend Community Companion
Location: Biron / Plover / Wisconsin Rapids (near Anchor Bay Bar & Grill)
Wage: $16.50
Schedule:
Saturday or Sunday prefer Sunday 930am to 530pm
Occasional additional shifts based on family needs
Possible evenings or overnights when the family travels
About the Role
A family in the Biron area is seeking a compassionate caregiver for their middle-aged daughter, who has developmental disabilities and is nonverbal. The focus is on community engagement, reducing social anxiety, and supporting daily living needs.
Community Horizons is assisting with the search, but the family makes all hiring decisions.
Responsibilities
Community Integration
Outings for exercise, social comfort, and independence
Visits to community centers, libraries, stores, and parks
Walking, shopping, sightseeing
Personal Care
Showering, dressing, feminine hygiene
Meal preparation
Coordinating meaningful daily activities
Ideal Candidate Qualities
Valid driver's license + reliable transportation
Calm, patient, positive, and adaptable
Compassionate and understanding
Experience with:
Developmental disabilities
Nonverbal individuals
Anxiety support
Able to pass a caregiver background check
About Community Horizons
They support individuals in Wisconsin's self-directed care programs (IRIS and Managed Care Organizations). They are not the employer of record — the family is — but they help with coordination and support.
If you enjoy sightseeing and shopping Apply Now!
Job Type: Part-time
Make a Meaningful Impact with Community Horizons
Support individuals. Empower independence. Build a flexible career you’ll love.
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