Personal Support Assistant & Companion

Are you someone who enjoys music, walks outdoors, staying active, and building genuine connections? A local family is looking for an enthusiastic, compassionate companion to support a young adult woman in her home and community.

This is a unique one-on-one opportunity where the focus is on creating positive experiences, encouraging participation, and sharing enjoyable moments together. Rather than a traditional caregiving position, this role centers on companionship, recreation, and helping someone live a joyful, fulfilling life.

She has an infectious smile, a wonderful sense of joy, and loves spending time with people. Her favorite activities include listening to music, going for walks, laughing, and exploring the world around her. She is blind and non-verbal, but she communicates in her own unique ways, and those who spend time with her quickly discover how expressive, engaging, and fun she is to be around.

• $16.66 per hour
• Approximately 4-20 hours per week
• Most shifts are afternoons or evenings
• Additional respite and backup hours may be available

Every visit is a little different, but responsibilities may include:

• Encouraging participation in recreational and social activities
• Sharing music, games, walks, crafts, and other enjoyable experiences
• Building confidence through positive one-on-one interaction
• Providing companionship and emotional support
• Assisting with limited personal care, including brief changes, feeding assistance, and medication support when needed

We're looking for someone who is:

• Patient, dependable, and compassionate
• Comfortable taking the lead in planning fun activities
• Experienced supporting individuals with developmental disabilities
• Energetic, creative, and enjoys building relationships
• Willing to complete a caregiver background check

This position is part of Wisconsin's self-directed support program. You will be employed directly by the family, providing personalized support in a comfortable home setting rather than working through an agency.

Community Horizons is assisting the family with recruitment and the initial hiring process. Qualified applicants will be contacted to discuss the opportunity and determine whether it's a good fit for both you and the family.

If you're looking for a rewarding part-time position where kindness, creativity, and genuine connection matter more than rushing from client to client, we'd love to hear from you.