Respite Caregiver

The REACH Respite Program has numerous openings for experienced respite caregivers to provide **hourly and in some cases overnight care. Most** of the positions are in the **caregiver’s own home, **some are in the **community **and one is in the **family home**. These are contracted positions, perfect for students or those seeking casual/part-time work with flexible hours.

**Specifically seeking**:
**Awake Overnight in the Family's home (South Surrey)**
- Caregiver with medical background required for awake overnight in the family home from 12:00pm to 6:00pm for child who requires medication throughout the night. 1 to 2 nights per week (nights flexible)

**Overnight in Caregiver’s home for Tsawwassen family**
- Caregiver, preferably with a musical background, required to provide overnight respite in their own home for a guitar playing pre-teen male who loves music, nature, thrift shopping and crafts.

**Overnight in Caregiver’s home for Surrey family**
- Kind and caring caregiver sought to provide overnight care in their own home to a very gentle and loving 16 year old boy who requires assistance in all areas of personal care.

**Hourly Caregivers needed in the Ladner / Tsawwassen area**
- Caregivers required for 7 children / youth ranging in age from 6 to 17 years of age, typically in the caregiver’s home or in the community. Interests of these children/youth vary and include drawing, reading, swimming, crafts, soccer, cooking/baking, games, animals and shopping. Some of these children/youth are very sociable and would do well in a setting with a caregiver who has children, while others can have challenging behaviors at times and require more individualized care.
- Have a minimum of 1 year and for some positions, 3 years **experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities**, as well as a minimum post-secondary certificate in human services
- have a **passion** for working with the special needs community and in some cases, have 1 year+ working with individuals who have **challenging behaviors** or a combination of training and experience.
- have experience providing **positive behaviour support**:

- (for some positions) be willing to provide care in their own (the caregiver's) home
- be able to work **independently **and follow a child/youth’s care plan in providing support
- (for some positions) be comfortable with providing personal care support as required
- (for some positions) have access to a **vehicle** and a clean driving record
- be required to complete a screening process

**As a REACH respite caregiver, you’ll**:

- build relationships
- give families temporary relief from the challenges of caring for a child with a developmental disability
- provide a child or youth with the opportunity to participate in activities and learn new things
- have a flexible schedule
- learn new skills from trainings offered
- **HAVE FUN**

REACH Child and Youth Development Society has been providing services to children and their families since 1959. We promote optimal development and well-being for all children, youth, and adults, where all individuals flourish. We work together with families to recognize each child’s strengths and develop their abilities. Over 1000 children and their families benefit from our services on an annual basis.

**Salary**: $22.00-$25.00 per hour

**Job Types**: Part-time, Casual

**Salary**: $22.00-$25.00 per hour

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Delta, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Education**:

- Secondary School (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Class 5 Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person