In-Home Caregiver for Kids & Adults with Special Needs

Community Horizons; Manitowoc (WI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Horizons in Manitowoc, Wisconsin seeks compassionate caregivers to support children and adults with complex needs. The role includes building daily plans with parents, assisting with morning and evening routines, meals, transportation, safety, and emotional support.

Ideal candidates have a valid driver’s license, can pass a Wisconsin background check, and demonstrate dependability and de-escalation skills to help individuals with mental health, developmental disabilities, autism, ADHD

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license and a reliable vehicle.
• Able to pass a Wisconsin background check.
• Experience working with adults or children with complex needs (Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities, Autism, ADHD, ODD, Etc.)
• Proven dependability.
• Committed to providing care for children and adults with special needs.
• Someone who can understand de-escalation.

Responsibilities

• Talk with parent about what the plan will be for the day.
• Assisting with morning routines
• Assist with evening routines
• Assist with toileting/changing
• Meal preparation
• Assist with emotional support
• Assist with de-escalation tactics
• Assist with transportation (as needed)
• Assist with independence and routines
• Safety and supervision

Skills

Driving capability

Background check clearance (Wisconsin)

Experience with complex needs

Dependability

De-escalation skills

Job description

Community Horizons in Manitowoc, Wisconsin seeks compassionate caregivers to support children and adults with complex needs. The role includes building daily plans with parents, assisting with morning and evening routines, meals, transportation, safety, and emotional support.

Ideal candidates have a valid driver’s license, can pass a Wisconsin background check, and demonstrate dependability and de-escalation skills to help individuals with mental health, developmental disabilities, autism, ADHD