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Respite caregiver for autistic child

Apply now(opens in a new window) Job No: 26590
Division/Organization: Harper's caregiver
Job Type: Local Student Jobs
Remote Eligbility: Not Remote
Location: private residence Sun Prairie, WI 53590 (not on bus line)
Salary/Wage Range or Lump Sum: $20.00 to $25.00
Job Categories: Child Development and Care

Anticipated Start Date

8/1/25

Anticipated Hours Per Week

4-8

Schedule:

Schedule is felxible. I currently have 2 students working with her- 1 just graduated so wanting to replace her position.  I work with school schedules and they work with our ongoing schedule. Could start with some hours this summer but looking to add a position for this fall and beyond. Currenlty one evening/week 3:00-7:00 and some occaisonal weekend shfits (usually 3-4 hr blocks). Please email me for more information, to come meet us, or if you want to reach out to our current students for a referral. 

Salary/Wage Range:

Hourly $20.00 to $25.00

Number Of Positions

1

Position Summary/Job Duties:

Harper is a 7 year old girl with developmental delays, autism, ADHD and is minimally verbal. She is an elopement risk and doesn't have an understanding of safety awareness.  She needs constant attention to make sure she is being safe.  She enjoys spending time in our fenced in yard, singing, dancing, playing music, making forts, playing dress up, and playing with her pretend babies and puppies. She is typically very happy but can have some tantrums when she doesn't get her way or as she becomes dysregulated.  She is not currently potty trained. 

Qualifications:

To have some experience with kids- especially those on the spectrum.

Physical Demands

Needs to be fit enough to run around and play with a very active 7 year old

Application Instructions:

Please submit a resume with your prior job experiences along with a short paragraph describing why you think you would be a great fit for the job. Please email Lindsay at landli01@gmail.com

 

I look forward to hearing from you! 

Contact:

Org: Harper's caregiver
Email: landli01@gmail.com

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