Respite Provider - Sweet 11yo child with Autism
Not Remote
Department Overview:
Family. Only child. Two friendly dogs. Smoke-free home.
Anticipated Start Date
10/5/24Anticipated Hours Per Week
0 to 8Schedule:
Looking for 3-5 hr shifts every or every other weekend: morning or afternoon (eg, 9-noon or 1-4). Some date nights. Very flexible!
Salary/Wage Range:
Hourly $15.00 to $19.00Number Of Positions
1Position Summary/Job Duties:
Looking for a part-time Respite provider for our sweet, funny, bright 9-yo with Autism, Developmental Delays, ADD, Seizure Disorder (controlled) in Middleton. Ideal match will meet the requirements below.
- Experience caring for children with Autism
- Patience
- Ability to "redirect" child
- Strong engagement skills; Excels at creative play. Outgoing!
- Willing to take child out in community (eg, park, short hikes, library, adaptive bike ride, etc)
- Students in education, special education, child psych, PT/OT/speech/recreation therapy, social work encouraged!
- References required
Respite provider position. Can be hired through UCP or Fiscal Assistance. Very flexible. Looking for 3-5 hr shifts every OR every other weekend. Some date nights. Very flexible. Must like dogs (super friendly).
Qualifications:
- CPR certified (or willing to be)
- Experience caring for children with Autism
- Patience
- Ability to "redirect" child
- Strong engagement skills; Excels at creative play. Outgoing!
- Willing to take child out in community (eg, park, short hikes, library, etc)
- Students in education, special education, child psych, PT/OT/speech/recreation/ therapy encouraged!
- References required
Physical Demands
Physical play, some light meal prep (snacks, lunch)Application Instructions:
Please contact Mary ("Marty") Skemp Brown mmskemp@charter.net
Contact:
Org: Brown FamilyEmail: mmskemp@charter.net
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Job Profile
RestrictionsNot remote
Benefits/PerksFlexible schedule Friendly environment Part-time hours
Tasks- Engage child in play
- Provide respite care
- Take child on outings
Autism care Child engagement Community outings CPR Creative play Education
Experience0 years
EducationChild psychology Education Occupational therapy Physical therapy Recreation therapy Social Work Special education Speech therapy
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