Teen Respite Provider
About The Position
Provide respite care to a young teen in Menomonie, Wisconsin. Care takes place during community outings, in the child’s home, and in the provider’s home. The provider should be consistent, playful, understanding, patient, kind, and compassionate, and engage with the child through his preferred activities. The schedule is up to 30 hours per month and up to five overnights per month. Pay is $17.66 per hour and $256 per overnight. The role is part-time. The child enjoys being outside, basketball, watching sports, researching and talking about topics of interest, writing and drawing, walks, car rides, library visits, popcorn, and pretzels. If hired by a Member or their Managing Party, that Member is the legal employer. Consumer Direct Care Network assists with recruitment; the Member or Managing Party has sole authority to hire or dismiss the Direct Care Worker.
Requirements
- Valid driver's license.
- Reliable vehicle and auto insurance.
- Flexible schedule.
- Availability on evenings and weekends.
- A smoke-free work environment is required. Smoking is not permitted while providing care or on the premises where services are delivered.
Nice To Haves
- Non-smoker preferred.
Responsibilities
- Supervise the child.
- Administer medication as needed.
- Prepare simple meals.
- Engage with the child through his preferred activities.
- Assist with the bedtime routine.
- Provide overnight respite once the child is comfortable.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
