Respite Specialist
About The Position
Responsive Respite Services offers a chance for children with complex needs and their families to take a break from each other. We provide two types of respite services: In-home and facility based (Kidz Hotel). Both services are designed to serve the needs of children/adolescents with a disability who experience emotional, behavioral challenges. Respite Services offer one-to-one support with the goal of supporting the child to have enjoyable experiences, meeting and making new friendships through group and/or individualized activities within the community, exploring new interests and developing new skills.
Requirements
- Experience working with developmental disabilities and/or mental health challenges
- Experience providing behavioural supports to clients
- Experience providing personal care (e.g. assisting with bathing or toileting and personal hygiene)
- Ability to work in a team environment
Nice To Haves
- Post-Secondary education in a related field preferred (e.g. Human Services, Social Work, Psychology etc.)
Responsibilities
- Provide direct, front-line support to clients in their home or in the community.
- Provide behavioural supports.
- Provide emotional supports.
- Provide personal care.
- Provide home maintenance (including cooking and laundry).
- Administer medication.
- Support with community activities (including educational classes, volunteer work, leisure and social activities).
- Provide other specialized supports as needed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
