PT In-Home Companion- Have fun at work!

Community Horizons; Stevens Point (WI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

4–20 hours weekly

Job summary

Community Horizons seeks a warm, energetic companion to spend time with a young adult woman in Stevens Point, WI. You will lead active play, social engagement, and meaningful adventures in a home setting, building confidence and joy through daily activities.

The role is part of a self-direction program with flexible daytime to evening hours, allowing for a personal, one-on-one relationship and meaningful impact. A background check is required.

Qualifications

• Energetic, patient and playful; enjoy helping others experience joy.
• Willingness to complete a background check.
• Ability to engage in one-on-one interactions and social activities.

Responsibilities

• Engage in one-on-one interactions that promote connection and fun
• Encourage social, emotional, and recreational engagement
• Support activities that build confidence and joy
• Provide limited personal cares, including brief changes and feeding/medication assistance

Skills

Patience

Energetic

Good communicator

Active listening

Reliability

Companionship

Job description

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Hi! I\'m a fun-loving young woman with a beautiful, contagious smile and a joyful personality. I love spending time with people, listening to music, going for walks outdoors, and sharing lots of laughter along the way. I\'m blind and non-verbal, but that don\'t stop me from enjoying life to the fullest. I communicate in my own ways, and the people who get to know me quickly learn how expressive and engaging I can be. This isn\'t a traditional caregiving positionit\'s an opportunity to build a genuine connection and spend meaningful, active time together. Most of our time will be spent playing, exploring, enjoying music, taking walks, and creating fun, confidence-building experiences that make each day special. If you\'re energetic, patient, playful, and enjoy helping someone experience joy through everyday adventures, we\'d love to meet you! Community Horizons is assisting a local family in finding a warm, energetic, and engaged companion to spend time with a young adult woman in her home, on the north side of Stevens Point. This is not a traditional caregiving position it\'s an opportunity to build connection, share laughter and enjoy meaningful, active time together. Most of your time will be spent in active play and social engagement, creating fun, confidence-building experiences that bring joy to her day. This young woman is blind and non-verbal, and she is full of joy and loves to have fun! If you\'re someone who enjoys staying active, being social, and making each moment enjoyable and meaningful, we\'d love to hear from you! This role is part of a self-direction program, meaning you will work directly for the family rather than through an agency. This offers flexibility, a comfortable one-on-one relationship, and the chance to make a personal impact. If you have a few hours to spare each week and a heart for creating positive, uplifting experiences, we\'d love to connect with you!

Pay:

$16.66 per hour

Flexible Schedule:

4-20 hours per week, daytime, afternoon and evening hours available. There is also opportunity for respite/backup hours if it works with your schedule.

What You\'ll Be Doing:

• Engage in one-on-one interactions that promote connection and fun
• Encourage social, emotional, and recreational engagement
• Support activities that build confidence and joy
• Provide limited personal cares, including brief changes and feeding/medication assistance

What You\'ll Need:

• A kind heart and a reliable nature
• Experience in supporting Individuals With Developmental Disabilities A Good Communicator Who enjoys helping others thrive through active interaction Comfortable initiating conversation and activities Excited to bring energy, patience, and creativity to every visit
• Willingness to complete a background check