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Lutheran Services in Iowa is hiring a Respite Provider. Lutheran Services in Iowa (LSI) seeks part-time Respite Providers to offer respite care services in the Ames & Boone area, including Story, Boone, Marshall, and Hardin counties. This role provides primary caregivers a break from daily responsibilities for individuals with disabilities. Providers have flexibility to set their own schedules and may work from home after a probationary period, with potential for evenings, weekends, and overnights.
Key focus areas include Provide respite care services to families, Give parents or primary caregivers a break, and Work in the community or in-home.
Successful candidates bring High School Diploma Or GED, Access To Computer/Tablet And Internet, and Valid Driver's License. Important skills include Consistent Communication and Computer Skills. Preferred (not required): Great Communicator and Serving Others.
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Ames, IA, USA | Respite | Hourly | 11.50 per hour | Part Time
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 Ames & Boone area. (Story & Boone counties; also Marshall and/or Hardin 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. Respite Providers have flexibility with the ability to make their own schedule around the family's needs. This position also has the potential to work from home after a probationary period. Provider will work in the community or in-home. This position could require evenings, weekend and/or overnights.
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. 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 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 be proficient in computer skills and have access to computer/tablet and internet to complete 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.
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