Respite Worker

2 weeks ago

Greater Toronto Area, Canada Strides - Toronto Full time

**Respite Worker**

**ABOUT US**

**ABOUT THE ROLE**

The **Respite Worker** is a full-time permanent position that works in partnership with the families and URS _(Urgent Response Services)_ team to provide time-limited (up to 12 weeks) respite and supports intended to respond rapidly to a specific need for children and youth up to 18 years of age and registered in the OAP _(Ontario Autism Program)_ to prevent further escalation of risk of harm to self, others and/or property. The incumbent will provide planned respite activities in the home, community, or in a designated program, or at an agency site and the shifts are usually weeknights and weekends which requires the job holder to travel to various locations.

**_ Salary range: _**_$42,277.00 to $49,232.00 per annum_

**_ Benefits: _**_Competitive Group Health Benefits, Defined Contribution Pension plan_._

**_ Other: _**_This position is represented by OPSEU local 567._
- Recruiting for 02 positions_

**WHY JOIN OUR TEAM?**
- We provide a hybrid work model and competitive Group Health Benefits and Pension Plan.
- We provide opportunities for growth and professional development.
- We are committed to providing an equitable and inclusive environment where our diverse team members and clients can thrive.
- We have a collaborative and supportive Senior Management Team
- We set high standards for performance, client outcomes, and implement best practices, which are demonstrated through our accreditation with the Canadian Centre for Accreditation.

**WHAT YOU WILL DO**
- Provide direct supervision while ensuring the safety of the child/youth in the planned respite program and make sure they are engaged in the skill development and treatment components of the program.
- Provide support to clients with their mental health and wellbeing in each of the programs and support them in their development of life and social skills.
- Maintain professional standards of practice in accordance with Strides Toronto policies and procedures, CCA _(Canadian Centre for Accreditation)_ standards, and relevant legislation.
- Complete the respite plan with client/families, and design/develop programmes geared to the goals and needs of the individual in collaboration with the URS partners assigned to each client.
- Use of behaviour management techniques and principles to address behaviours when they arise in the community and within the program.
- Ensure that all relevant documentation is completed in the CR _(Client Record)_ in a timely manner as required and shared and updated with the relevant teams and individuals.
- Enter significant events, incident reports, serious occurrences, updated contact information in the CR system if significant incidents occur.

**THE “MUST HAVES”**

The following education, professional memberships and knowledge are a requirement for this role:

- CYW, DSW or related diploma.
- 1 year of direct related experience.
- Knowledge and understanding of the principles of ABA; ASD, and dual diagnosis.
- Awareness of the role of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace and within the community being served by the position.
- An understanding of Anti-Black Racism, anti-oppressive/anti-racism perspective in the context of the social determinants of health when working with clients and their families.
- Ability to recognize and identify situations where incidents of and imbalance of power and privilege may occur and can result in possible negative impacts for the client.

**THE ‘NICE TO HAVES’**
- Access to a vehicle and valid driver’s license.
- Knowledge of the cultural diversity of communities served by the agency.
- Fluency in another language(s), including sign language.

**BEFORE STARTING WITH US**

**HOW TO APPLY**

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and Strides Toronto’s own policies, requests for accommodation will be considered throughout the hiring process.

We thank all applicants however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

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