Respite Care Worker

Opportunity Inc. of Northcentral Wisconsin, INC; Town of Wausau (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A local community service provider is seeking a compassionate caregiver to enhance the well-being of children, including those with disabilities. Responsibilities include personal care, health monitoring, and developing activity plans. Candidates should have a high school diploma, CPR certification, and relevant experience. This role emphasizes a caring attitude and teamwork within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience in daycare or respite care.
• Valid Wisconsin driver's license with a good driving record required.
• Ability to pass an essential function evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care including feeding and toileting.
• Monitor health and safety of children served.
• Develop activity plans in collaboration with the manager.

Skills

CPR/First Aid Certification

Effective Communication

Planning and Organizing

Compassionate Care

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Overview

Position Summary: Enhance the emotional, physical, spiritual and intellectual well-being of children, some with physical and cognitive disabilities in a day care or respite environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal cares to children at Tyler’s Home including feeding, toileting, diapering, etc.
• Assist with meal preparation and feeding as appropriate to individual child’s needs
• Monitor the health and safety of each child served
• Work with manager to develop and coordinate activity plans and outcome measurements for children
• Provide options for socialization & recreational activities for children
• Maintain a cooperative relationship with families and guardians of the consumers with whom work
• Develop and maintain cooperative relationships with Co-workers, manager, and other community agencies and service providers
• Attend site team meetings on an as needed basis
• Follow the policies and procedures for Respite & Child Care
• Represent Opportunity Inc. in a professional manner at all times.
• Support your supervisor and leadership to be successful at all times
• Maintain a positive attitude at all times
• Adhere to and support the “Core Values” of the organization while performing essential job duties, functions, and representing Opportunity Inc.
• Other duties as assigned by management

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• Keep current in field by reading published information and attending authorized seminars & conferences as outlined by manager
• Complete SIDS training for infants
• Complete PCW classes or equivalent
• Complete 15 hours of in-service training each year
• Attendance at agency and site staff meetings and training sessions
• Other job related duties as may be necessary to carry out the responsibilities of this position

Qualifications

• High school diploma required
• One to two years of related experience working in the day care or respite field
• Must be CPR/First Aid certified
• Requires skill in writing and speaking clearly and effectively
• Requires the ability to plan, prioritize, and organize work effectively
• Be able to make logical decisions; carry out decisions made; and follow-up with feedback when appropriate
• Requires the ability to work independently and frequently switch tasks
• Valid Wisconsin driver's license with a good driving record required
• Must be able to pass an essential function evaluation
• Must be caring and compassionate, and want to make a difference in the lives of our residents/participants

Acknowledgement

This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by the employee assigned to this position. It does not state or imply that these are the only essential functions and responsibilities assigned to the job. The employee may be required to perform other job duties as requested by management. All requirements are subject to change. Modifications may be made to reasonably accommodate employees with a disability.