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 focuses on supervising activities, providing companionship, and coordinating care with caregivers in the client’s residence and in the community. Associates actively engage clients in recreational activities and support them with basic living skills, while helping them work toward personal goals and develop skills. The position may also provide occasional weekday coverage for the Kaleidoscope Adult Community program, which develops daily living and community interaction skills in a clinic or community setting. This is a variable-hour, part-time position. Work primarily takes place during evenings and weekends to meet families’ needs outside school hours and typical weekday schedules, with some daytime hours based on client and program needs. Frequent work occurs inside client homes, with occasional work outdoors, and the role requires frequent driving between the office and client homes. Training is provided. Benefits eligibility is based on an average of 27 or more hours per week, initially assessed at nine months and then reassessed every six months.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Effective communication skills and the ability to interact respectfully and sensitively with clients, clients’ 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, subject to applicable review.
Valid California driver’s license, vehicle insurance, and a clean driving record.
Ability to pass health screenings, obtain required vaccinations, and clear TB testing under company policies.
Ability to obtain and maintain clearance through the Office of Inspector General.
Ability to obtain and maintain Safety Care certification and CPR certificate.
Ability to meet physical requirements, including frequent bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, and twisting; standing or sitting for extended periods and standing up to 6–8 hours per day; occasional lifting, carrying, and loading or unloading materials weighing 25–50 pounds; and physically implementing behavior management strategies, including responding to physically aggressive behavior.
Visual and auditory ability to work continuously with clients, staff, and others.
Ability to use a computer and iPhone.
Ability to communicate effectively in the workplace and read and write in the primary language used there.
Frequent speaking and listening with clients, staff, and other professionals in meetings and by phone.
Frequent driving between the office and client homes; reliable transportation is needed.
Ability to work frequently inside client homes and occasionally in outdoor settings.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in a caretaking role for persons with disabilities.

Responsibilities

Provide quality care by actively engaging clients in recreational activities in the home or community, including activities such as arts and crafts, games, music, computer use, socialization, and reading, based on client choice.
Support clients with basic living skills, including toileting, hygiene, food preparation, feeding assistance, dressing, and chores.
Follow respite program rules and agency policies and procedures.
Respect and follow family home rules, cultural practices, and other household practices.
Observe and apply safety protocols to help ensure the safety of clients and staff.
Complete and submit billing-related data accurately and on time.
Maintain confidentiality of client data in accordance with HIPAA requirements.
Occasionally provide weekday coverage for the Kaleidoscope Adult Community program in a clinic or community setting.
Coordinate care with caregivers in clients’ residences and in the community.
Attend required training.

Benefits

Medical coverage with a choice of Blue Shield or Kaiser Permanente plans.
Dental coverage through Delta Dental PPO.
Vision coverage through 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 and wellness leave, up to 12 days a year for full-time schedules, based on hours worked, and a leave donation program.
Vacation based on hours worked and tenure, up to 15 days a year in the first two years, 20 days by year three, and 25 days by year six and beyond.
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 eligible employees enrolled in a qualifying medical plan, with employer contributions of $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 without a loan or interest.
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 hired position.