Respite Provider

Lutheran Services in Iowa; Waterloo (IA); Hybrid; USD 16,531 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

Lutheran Services in Iowa (LSI) is seeking part-time Respite Providers to support families in the Waterloo and Cedar Valley area. You will offer relief for caregivers, with hours that may include evenings and weekends.

After a probationary period, some tasks may be performed from home with required documentation and communication. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED; experience with disabilities is preferred and basic computer skills are required for timekeeping and reporting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience with people with disabilities preferred.
• Basic computer skills are required for timekeeping and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide respite care to children or adults with disabilities in Waterloo and surrounding Cedar Valley counties.
• Maintain clear communication with families and document care activities.
• Be available for some evenings and weekends; schedule may be flexed to family needs.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

LSI currently seeks part-time Respite Providers to provide respite care services in the Waterloo & surrounding Cedar Valley area (Black Hawk, Bremer, Butler, Flyod, Grundy, and/or Tama 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.

Hours may flex in accordance to the family's needs, some evenings and or weekend hours may be requested. This position also has the potential to work from home after a probationary period.

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. Must have some computer skills and access to computer, laptop, to complete documentation. Consistent communication required.

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 with 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. Basic computer skills is a must for timekeeping and documentation.

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!

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.