Respite Associate

Catalight • Walnut Creek, CA

1d • $21 - $22

About The Position

The Respite Associate provides occasional care for clients with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The role supports clients in developing skills, meeting goals, and reaching their potential by supervising activities, providing companionship, and coordinating care with caregivers in clients’ homes and in the community. Activities may take place in a home or community setting and are based on client choice. The role may also provide occasional weekday coverage for the Kaleidoscope Adult Community program, which focuses on daily living and community interaction skills in a clinic or community setting.

This is a variable-hour position, primarily requiring evening and weekend shifts to accommodate client families’ needs outside school hours and typical weekday work schedules. Some daytime hours may be scheduled based on client and program needs. Training is provided. Benefits eligibility is based on averaging 27 or more hours per week and is initially assessed at nine months, then reassessed every six months.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to interact respectfully and sensitively with clients, their families, and ESNorCal staff.
• Commitment to ESNorCal values, including resilience and inclusion.
• Ability to work with up to three clients during a single session.
• Willingness to work evening and weekend shifts, with some daytime hours based on client and program needs.
• Ability to obtain and maintain criminal record clearance through the Department of Justice.
• Valid California Driver’s License, insurance, and a clean driving record.
• Must pass health screenings, obtain vaccinations, and clear TB testing according to company policies.
• Ability to obtain and maintain clearance through the Office of Inspector General.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Safety Care certification and CPR certification.
• Must attend required training.
• Frequent bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, and twisting to observe, assess, and interact with clients.
• Ability to stand or sit for extended periods and stand for up to 6–8 hours a day.
• Ability to occasionally lift, carry, and load or unload toys and materials weighing 25–50 pounds.
• Ability to physically implement behavior management strategies, including responding to physically aggressive behavior.
• Visual and auditory ability to work continuously with clients, staff, and others in the workplace.
• Ability to use a computer and an iPhone.
• Ability to communicate effectively in the workplace and read and write in the primary workplace language.
• Frequent speaking and listening with clients, staff, and other professionals in meetings and on the phone.
• Frequent driving between the office and client homes; reliable transportation is needed.
• Prior caregiving experience with people with disabilities is preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in a caregiving role for people with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Engage clients with disabilities in recreational activities at home or in the community, including arts and crafts, games, music, computer activities, socialization, and reading.
• Support clients with basic living skills, including toileting, hygiene, food preparation, feeding, dressing, chores, and other daily living activities.
• Follow respite program rules and agency policies and procedures.
• Respect and follow families’ home rules, cultural practices, and other household practices.
• Observe and apply safety protocols to protect clients and staff.
• Complete and submit accurate billing-related data on time.
• Maintain confidentiality of client data in accordance with HIPAA requirements.
• Occasionally provide weekday coverage for the Kaleidoscope Adult Community program.
• Coordinate care with caregivers in clients’ residences and in the community.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage, with Blue Shield or Kaiser Permanente medical plans, Delta Dental PPO, and VSP Vision.
• Free, confidential mental health support through Lyra, including coaching, therapy, self-guided care, and legal, financial, and child, elder, and pet care resources.
• Fertility and family-planning support through Maven, up to $10,000 lifetime.
• Sick/wellness leave, up to 12 days a year for full-time schedules, based on hours worked.
• Sick/wellness leave donation program.
• Vacation based on tenure and hours worked, up to 15 days a year in the first two years, 20 days by year three, and 25 days by year six and beyond for full-time schedules.
• Up to 10 paid holidays a year based on the company calendar and hire date, plus up to two personal days.
• 403(b) retirement plan through Fidelity, with automatic enrollment and yearly increases up to 10% of pay.
• Limited-purpose dental and vision and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Health Savings Account for employees enrolled in a qualifying medical plan; employer contributions are $60 per month for individual coverage or $120 per month for family coverage.
• Employer-paid long-term disability and life/AD&D insurance, with optional supplemental coverage available for purchase.
• myFlexPay access to earned wages.
• Up to $2,000 a year in learning reimbursement for courses, training, and professional development.
• Career coaching, Employee Resource Groups, and paid training.
• Pre-tax commuter benefits and payroll direct deposit.
• Employee referral bonus program, with bonuses up to $1,000 depending on the position hired.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED