Respite Worker

York Hills Centre for Children Youth and Families • Aurora, ON

3d • CA$0 - CA$28 • Hybrid

About The Position

Reporting to the Coordinator of Respite Services, the Respite Worker will work with children and youth who have complex emotional and behavioural needs, including but not limited to; Anxiety, attention difficulties, and Autism Spectrum Disorder. The primary focus will be to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team in an individualized one-to-one respite service environment. As a Respite Worker there will be flexibility to work evenings and weekends providing in-home respite services or out-of-home care depending on the needs of the individual requiring respite services and their family needs. This is a Part-Time, Subcontractor position with a contract duration of 12 months with possible extension and/or renewal. The role is based out of the Aurora Office and will require travel within York Region. Hours of work are up to twelve (12) per week, with a rate of pay of $28.03 per hour.

Requirements

• Child and Youth Work Diploma or related Diploma/Degree from a recognized post-secondary institution and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 1-2 years of field experience.
• Experience in providing one-on-one support to children and youth.
• Possess excellent communication (verbal and written), time management and organizational skills.
• Demonstrates a thorough understanding of York Region and available resources.
• Actively participates in a learning environment.
• Functional technological skills (e.g., Office 360, MS Office, SharePoint, and Client Databases).
• Awareness and appreciation for the dynamic of equity issues (diversity, equity and inclusion), especially as it relates to gender, ethnicity, race, and economic status.
• Identification with the strategic mission, vision and values of the organization, including inclusion, collaboration, people-centred, knowledgeable and courageous.
• A Vulnerable Sector Screening Check (within the last 180 days).
• Valid Ontario Driver’s License and access to a reliable motor vehicle.
• Completion of a Driver’s Abstract.
• Proof of automobile insurance.

Nice To Haves

• Applicants with fluency in another language are encouraged to apply.
• Fluency in American Sign Language.
• First Aid Certification (CPR/AED Level C).

Responsibilities

• Nurture a stimulating, positive and safe physical environment for children and youth.
• Ability to assess the mental emotional needs of the child/youth to plan suitable social and recreational activities, such as playing games and going on outings in the community.
• Facilitate interventions and provide counselling utilizing industry best practices.
• Employ knowledge of trauma informed, child development and neurobiology approaches.
• Perform work collaboratively, specifically within a multi-disciplinary team model, through supportive communication, case support and planning.
• Supervise and participate in planned activities.
• Ability to perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree