Respite Worker

Respite workers will provide direct services to children, youth and/or young adults with intellectual needs.

Job Responsibilities:

- Follow and implement the clients' respite plan during the session;
- Engage in general client care including feeding, dressing, toileting and bathing;
- Assist clients to participate and engage in a variety of activities;
- Assist clients to participate and engage in their local community;
- Maintain client confidentiality at all times;
- Update clients’ communication book after each session;
- Other duties as required.

Job Requirements:

- Educational background in ECE, ECA, CYW, PSW, or related fields;
- Experience working with clients that have an intellectual disability;
- Knowledge about ABA and behavioural strategies is an asset;
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends;
- Must be able to drop off and pick up materials for clients;
- Vulnerable Sector Screening is required.

SERIOUS INQUIRES ONLY

**Job Type**: Casual

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Weekend availability

COVID-19 considerations:
Workers are required to complete a COVID-19 Screening Questionnaire before starting each shift. Additionally, face masks will need to be worn throughout the respite session.

Application question(s):

- How many years of experience do you have with supporting children or youth with special needs?
- What is your availability? Please note this is a Subcontract/Casual position.

Work Location: One location