Community Companion
Community Horizons is assisting a local Wis Rapids neighbor in finding the perfect Community Companion.
Monday thru Friday 430pm-930pm? And Saturdays 930am to 530pm/As needed
Wage: $16.50
Weekend hours are also available.
About the Role:
This family is looking for a calm, patient, and compassionate individual to be a Community Companion for their daughter who has developmental disabilities and is nonverbal. This role focuses on community engagement, reducing social anxiety, and supporting daily living needs in a respectful, person‑centered way. This is more of a part time a few days a week position and a back up
What You’ll Do Community Integration
- Go on outings for exercise, social comfort, and independence
- Visit community centers, libraries, stores, and parks
- Enjoy walking, shopping, and sightseeing together
Personal Care:
- Assist with dressing, as well as personal and feminine hygiene needs
- Light meal preparation
- Help coordinate meaningful daily activities that build confidence and comfort
Ideal Candidate:
- Calm, patient, positive, and adaptable
- Compassionate and understanding of individual needs
- Experienced with developmental disabilities (non-verbal and anxiety support a plus)
- Able to pass a caregiver background check
- A safe driver with reliable transportation
Community Horizons assists with the search, but the member is the employer of record and makes all hiring decisions. If you would like to have fun while you are working, look no further and apply now
Benefits:
Pay: $16.32 - $18.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
