Respite Provider

Lutheran Services in Iowa; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

None

Job summary

Lutheran Services in Iowa (LSI) seeks part-time Respite Providers to offer respite care in the Dubuque and surrounding counties. You will work directly with families, setting your own schedule with some evening and weekend availability. Training is provided and there is potential to work from home after initial trainings.

You will need a valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and clean driving record. The role supports families of individuals with disabilities; prior experience is preferred,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or preferred.
• Experience working with people with disabilities preferred.
• Some basic computer knowledge and access to internet and a computer required.

Responsibilities

• Provide respite care to give families a break, evenings and weekends may be required.
• Set and manage your own schedule within family needs.
• Communicate consistently with families and maintain records as needed.

Skills

Communication

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Driver's license

Auto insurance

Job description

Looking for a job that makes a difference in the lives of local families?

LSI currently seeks part-time Respite Providers to provide respite care services in the Dubuque & surrounding area (Dubuque, Delaware and/or Jackson counties). The purpose of respite care is to give the parent or primary caregiver a break from the daily responsibilities of caring for a child or adult with a disability.

Flexible hours! You set your own schedule working directly with families and can work from home after initial trainings. Will need to be available for some evenings, weekends and hours that family would like to use respite. This position is great for college students, builds experience, and it is great for someone looking to give back or have a little extra supplemental income. Computer skills and Consistent communication required.

This position requires a valid driver's license, auto insurance, a good driving record and the ability to pass an extensive background check including checks of the Dependent Adult and Child Abuse registries, Sex Offender registry and a criminal history check.

DUTIES

If you are a great communicator, appreciate setting your own schedule, and are passionate in serving others, being a Respite Provider may be for you. You will be providing a break for the parent or guardian of an individual a disability. You may provide Respite a few hours in the evening up to a full weekend. Your schedule will be dependent upon the family's need and your desire to serve. If you are a person that is able to communicate with others, regardless of the other person's communication skills, this may be your opportunity to help a family in need of a break from 24/7 care and supervision of their loved one.

QUALIFICATIONS

Qualified applicants will have a high school diploma or GED. Experience working with people with disabilities preferred. Must have some basic computer knowledge/skills; assess to internet and a computer.

WHO WE ARE

LSI is an equal opportunity employer. At LSI we respect diverse life experiences, cultures and heritages, and strive to provide that all voices are heard and valued. You can learn more about our commitment at https://lsiowa.org/who-we-are/

It's their life. It's your career.

Make a difference in both at LSI!