Respite Provider

Lutheran Services in Iowa•Waterloo, IA

3h•Hybrid

About The Position

LSI currently seeks part-time Respite Providers to provide respite care services in the Waterloo & surrounding Cedar Valley area (Black Hawk, Bremer, Butler, Flyod, Grundy, and/or Tama 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. 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. Flexible hours! You set your own schedule working directly with families and can work from home after initial trainings. Will need to be available for some evenings, weekends and hours that family would like to use respite. This position is great for college students, builds experience, and it is great for someone looking to give back or have a little extra supplemental income. Must have some computer skills and access to computer, laptop, to complete documentation. Consistent communication required.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Basic computer skills is a must for timekeeping and documentation.
Valid driver's license.
Auto insurance.
Good driving record.
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.
Some computer skills and access to computer, laptop, to complete documentation.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with people with disabilities preferred.

Responsibilities

Providing a break for the parent or guardian of an individual with a disability.
Providing respite a few hours in the evening up to a full weekend.
Communicating with others, regardless of the other person's communication skills.
Completing documentation.
Consistent communication required.