Respite Worker

Home of Guiding Hands • El Cajon, CA

14h • Hybrid

About The Position

Join us in making a difference at Home of Guiding Hands as we improve the quality of life for people with special needs. As a Respite Worker you’ll provide care, supervision, and companionship to people with developmental disabilities. A typical week might include supporting clients to: play at the park, do homework, make crafts, attend a physical therapy session, explore the zoo, learn life skills such as cooking and laundry, and just have fun! Gain great experience towards a career in social services!

Requirements

• Six months’ experience providing care for someone in personal, volunteer, or paid role, including family care. (Family-specific request of applicant with less than 6 months experience may be approved on a case-by-case basis.)
• Must be 18 years of age or older at the time of hire.
• Must receive criminal record clearance from DOJ.
• Must have use of a functional smartphone or internet-enabled device (Chromebook, iPad, etc.) that can be used to enter timesheet data.
• Must possess a Valid California Driver’s license, safe driving record, and have been licensed to drive at least 2 years. (Requirement may be waived on a case-by-case basis if individual has other means of transportation.)
• Must have a safe and reliable vehicle to transport clients. (Requirement may be waived on a case-by-case basis if individual has other means of transportation.)
• Must maintain current and adequate auto insurance. (Requirement may be waived on a case-by-case basis if individual has other means of transportation.)
• Must obtain CPR/FA certification if not currently certified (we offer training for new hires).
• Must be able to proficiently read, write, understand, and speak English.
• Proficient with using computers and accessing the internet.
• Ability to form positive, supportive, respectful, and professional working relationships.
• Ability to meet the needs of clients in an individualized manner.
• Self-starter who completes assignments independently without constant supervision.
• Possesses good judgement and decision-making skills.
• Highly reliable and follows through on commitments.
• Organizes own time effectively and prioritizes work schedule.

Responsibilities

• Maintains client safety by providing routine supervision and identifying/responding to emergency situations as they occur.
• Supports individuals to engage in meaningful activities at home and in the community.
• Engages individuals in communication through various methods (verbal, sign, gestures, pictures/visuals, communication device, etc.)
• Supports clients to complete activities of daily living such as: bathing and grooming, restroom use and continence management, dressing and undressing, meal preparation and feeding, ambulating (lifting and transferring), and administering medications.
• Manages challenging behaviors as instructed by primary caregiver.
• Supports individuals to participate in routine appointments (such as PT, OT, speech therapy, etc.)
• Travels throughout assigned county (San Diego or Imperial) to complete sessions in family homes and other community locations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed