After School Buddy

Jovie; Lewis Center (OH); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Legal employment

Growth opportunities

Team support

Job summary

Jovie in Lewis Center, OH is seeking a part-time Family Support / Community Buddy to help a 10-year-old autistic boy with social skills and community activities. You’ll engage him in outings, support communication, and promote independence through fun, age-appropriate experiences.

The role requires reliability, patience, and warmth, with some weekend hours and weekday evenings. Experience with children is valued; autism experience is a plus but not required for the right person.

Qualifications

• Experience caring for children (paid or unpaid).
• Two childcare-related references preferred.

Responsibilities

• Engage child in community outings and activities.
• Support social interaction and communication in natural settings.
• Take him swimming and participate in age-appropriate activities.
• Encourage independence through play and shared experiences.
• Provide calm, consistent, and respectful support.

Skills

Childcare experience

Patience

Reliability

Communication

Job description

Part‑Time Family Support / Community Buddy – Lewis Center, OH

A caring family in Lewis Center is seeking a kind, patient, and engaging support person for their 10-year-old autistic son. He is well‑behaved, friendly, and a joy to be around. We’re hoping to find someone who can be a positive “buddy," supporting him as he builds social skills, confidence, and meaningful connections in the community.

Schedule:

Weekday evenings: 4:00–7:30 PM

Occasional Saturday or Sunday hours (flexible)

What the Role Looks Like:

• Engaging him in community outings and activities
• Supporting social interaction and communication in natural settings
• Taking him swimming and participating in fun, age‑appropriate activities
• Encouraging independence through play and shared experiences
• Providing calm, consistent, and respectful support

About Him:

• Friendly, gentle, and cooperative
• Enjoys reading, sensory toys, and hands‑on activities
• Thrives with positive encouragement and clear routines

Who We’re Looking For:

• Someone warm, reliable, and patient
• Experience with children and/or autism is a plus (but not required for the right person)
• Comfortable being active and engaging in the community
• A genuine interest in building a trusting, supportive relationship

This is a wonderful opportunity for someone who enjoys working with children, values inclusion, and wants to make a meaningful difference in a child’s daily life. We’re excited to welcome someone who will become a supportive and encouraging presence for our son.

What We Provide

• Competitive pay
• Legal employment
• Support from a manager and wider childcare team
• Opportunities to grow professionally and apply early-childhood or education‑related learning
• Access to contests, social gatherings, and community events for connection and support

What You’ll Bring

• Experience caring for children (paid or unpaid) and at least two childcare‑related references
• Consistent, dependable communication
• Reliable transportation and a working cell phone
• Ability to travel between home, school, and local activities
• A warm, encouraging presence to greet this loving family each day

If you enjoy creating meaningful, active afternoons and supporting school‑age children as they grow, this role offers a wonderful opportunity to make a positive impact.