Respite Provider

Lutheran Services • Waterloo, IA

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About The Position

LSI currently seeks part-time Respite Providers to provide respite care services in the Waterloo & surrounding Cedar Valley area (Black Hawk, Tama, Benton, Grundy, Franklin and/or Hardin counties). The purpose of respite care is to give the parent or primary caregiver a break from the daily responsibilities of caring for a child or adult with a disability. If you are a person that has a passion to serve, have good communication skills, and the discipline to set your own schedule, being a Respite Provider may be for you. These families need a break from 24/7/365 care and supervision of their loved one, with a disability. You could be that person to provide that break for few hours a week or a weekend. This would mean the world to these families to have time to relax and rejuvenate and strengthens the family as a whole. Hours may flex in accordance to the family's needs, some evenings and or weekend hours may be requested. This position also has the potential to work from home after a probationary period. Great for college students and helps build work related experience. Also great for a second job looking to bring in a little extra while helping another family out. Must have basic computer skills and access to laptop/tablet and/or smart phone. If you are a person that has a passion to serve, have good communication skills, and the discipline to set your own schedule, this position may be for you. We have families in Waterloo, Dike and Cedar Falls needing respite services.

Requirements

• Qualified applicants will have a high school diploma or GED.
• Experience working with people with disabilities preferred.
• Basic computer skills is a must for timekeeping and documentation.
• This position requires a valid driver's license, auto insurance, a good driving record and the ability to pass an extensive background check including checks of the Dependent Adult and Child Abuse registries, Sex Offender registry and a criminal history check.

Responsibilities

• This position provides all care required to a child or adult with a disability while their parent or guardian is absent, while maintaining a safe and nurturing home-based environment.
• Special consideration may be given to applicants who are requested by the client or their family.
• Respite Providers who have not been requested by a client or their family will be matched with clients who are approved for services.
• These Respite Providers will provide services in the client's home, community or potentially in their own home.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Social Assistance
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees