In-home Respite Worker

3 weeks ago


Toronto, Canada Ancora Light Respite Full time

We provide short rest and relief for parents/caregivers through our caring respite services. Respite enhances connectedness, resilience, and strength in families. It is an essential break that each family member needs in order to reconnect stronger.

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

Job Responsibilities:

- Follow and implement the clients' respite plan during the session;
- Engage in general client care including feeding, dressing, toileting and bathing;
- Operate transfer and mobility equipment;
- 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;
- Experience working with clients with medical needs, i.e. Seizures and G-tube;
- 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.

**Job Type**: Casual

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):

- What is your availability? Please note this position is for casual work.
- How many years of experience do you have with supporting children or youth with special needs?


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