About this role
Full Time Pediatric Caregiver
Be the Support a Child and Family Can Count On
Now Hiring: Part-Time Caregiver | Jefferson City, MO
Phoenix Home Care is looking for an experienced, compassionate caregiver to provide one-on-one support for a school-age child in Jefferson City.
This role is about more than helping with daily routines. It's about creating a safe, encouraging environment where a child can feel supported, build confidence, and stay engaged throughout the day. Your care will also provide the family with valuable respite and the reassurance that their child is receiving attentive, dependable support.
We're looking for someone with hands-on direct support experience and a background working with children on the autism spectrum who understands the importance of patience, consistency, and individualized care.
What You'll Do
- Provide one-on-one care, supervision, and direct support
- Assist with personal care and daily routines
- Support the child's individual needs and daily activities
- Encourage engagement through age-appropriate activities
- Maintain a safe, structured, and supportive environment
- Provide meaningful respite and support for the family
Schedule
- Monday–Friday: 3:00 PM–8:00 PM
- Saturday–Sunday: 8:00 AM–3:30 PM
Pay Rate: $16 per hour
What We Offer
- Weekly direct deposit
- Paid training
- Flexible scheduling
- Shift differential paid for all hours worked on the weekend
- Unlimited referral bonuses
- Employee recognition and support
- Multiple medical plan options, including spousal coverage
- Health, dental, vision, PTO, and 401(k)
- A local office team that actually answers the phone
- Reliable hours you can count on
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Previous direct support care experience required
- Experience working with children on the autism spectrum required
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Valid driver's license
- Reliable vehicle with current auto insurance
- Ability to pass a background check and drug test
Your experience can make a lasting difference. Help a child feel supported, give a family the respite they need, and become an important part of their support system.
If you have the experience, patience, and heart for this role, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and join the Phoenix Home Care team!