We are looking for caring, patient, and dependable staff to support our 25-year-old son in our home.
No previous experience is required.
Available Hours & Pay
40 hours per week are available.
Current rates:
• Respite: $22/hour
• Community Habilitation: $35/hour
• Mileage reimbursement: $0.76/mile when using your vehicle for approved activities
Applicants may choose to work Respite, Community Habilitation, or both. Hours are flexible and based on your availability. There is no requirement to work all available hours.
Whether you are interested in a few hours per week or a larger commitment, we are happy to discuss a schedule that works for both you and our family.
About Our Son
Our son is a young adult with autism who communicates nonverbally. He also has epilepsy, which is managed with medication.
He enjoys:
• Listening to music
• Going for car rides
• Swimming and spending time in the water
• Simple community outings
He thrives with a consistent routine and support from caring, dependable staff.
What the Position Involves
The majority of support takes place in our home.
For Respite services, the role is primarily providing supervision, companionship, and support while a family caregiver takes a break.
Community Habilitation may involve community outings such as taking him swimming, going for walks, spending time outdoors, going on car rides, or participating in other activities he enjoys. It may also involve working with him at home on individualized goals and skills that help increase independence and quality of life.
For example, goals may focus on daily living skills such as handwashing, following routines, communication, or participation in activities. Training will be provided, and simple documentation is required at the end of each shift to record progress toward goals.
No previous experience is required. We are happy to train the right person and teach our son's communication style, preferences, and routines. Support may include assisting with daily routines such as dressing, handwashing, preparing snacks. He is fully toilet trained. Staff will be trained in seizure response and the use of rescue medication if ever needed.
What We're Looking For
• Patient, kind, and dependable
• Comfortable spending time with a nonverbal individual
• Willing to learn and follow established routines
• Respectful and compassionate
• Reliable transportation preferred
No prior experience is required. We will train the right person.
If you are dependable, patient, and enjoy helping others, we encourage you to apply.
Important Information
Support is provided directly to our son in our home. Community Habilitation services may also include outings and activities in the community. This is not a position at an agency location
We select and hire our support staff. Applicants must complete agency registration, background checks, and required paperwork before beginning employment.
Staff are expected to remain attentive and engaged while providing support. Personal phone use is not permitted during working hours except for emergencies, during breaks, or for job-related needs.
Payment is issued directly through the agency.
We look forward to hearing from you and discussing whether this opportunity might be a good fit for both you and our family.
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