RESPITE WORKERS PROVIDE CARE IN THE FAMILY RESIDENCE OR COMMUNITY. THIS INCLUDES: ATTENDING DAY CAMPS, PLANNING FUN OUTINGS, AND ASSISTING WITH ADAPTIVE SKILLS AT HOME.

Department: Respite
Reports to: Agency supervisors
Availability: Weekends

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• A clear vulnerable sector criminal record check
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 25 lbs
• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle
• A minimum of 1 year experience in working with children, adolescents, and/or adults with special needs
• Education in psychology, special education, or a related field AND/OR a college diploma in ABA, special education, or a related field is considered an asset

Knowledge of:

• Personal care and domestic skills
• Autism and developmental disabilities
• Interpersonal skills needed to manage crisis situations
• English grammar, punctuation, and spelling
• Bilingual applicants strongly encouraged to apply

Skills and Abilities to:

• Plan enjoyable activities
• Take initiative and be flexible
• Be compassionate, trustworthy, patient and reliable
• Assess situations and make proper judgments
• Objectively analyze crisis situations
• Respond quickly to emergency situations
• Communicate effectively and make recommendations to various agency staff and outside professionals, group, or individuals
• Communicate effectively in both oral and written form with a diverse group of clients, parents/caregivers, school personnel, and other agency staff
• Work independently and make decisions within the framework of established guidelines
• Follow guidance from senior staff
• Work with a diverse team of professionals in a respectful manner

• Provide respite care for children with exceptionalities within their home and community
• Plan and execute activities that are enjoyable to the client
• Assist with personal care of clients as needed (feeding, toileting, etc.)
• Maintain a clear understanding of the rules of the home
• Follow Connections Behaviour Consulting policies and procedures
• Attend staff meetings as required
• Collect descriptive data of challenging behaviours
• Maintain respect and confidentiality for all clients
• Maintain and protect the well-being of all clients while providing care and when emergency crisis situations arise
• Accurately maintain written records and notes
• Work a schedule which may incorporate providing services to multiple families
• Communicate professionally with customers, guardians, parents and supervisors
• Effectively and promptly communicate with supervisor in the event of an unusual occurrence or crisis situation within 24 hours of the event
• Other job duties as assigned by the supervisor
  Job Type: Part-time
  Pay: $20.00-$22.00 per hour

Application question(s):

• Please let us know if you have the following availability:

-Evenings and weekends
Work Location: In perso