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Job description

Are you looking for a job where you can make a meaningful difference in someone's life? At Connections Behaviour Consulting, our Respite Workers provide support to children and youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder and various developmental disabilities.

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: Late Afternoon, Evenings

Why Join our Team:

• Make a meaningful contribution to someone’s life
• Positive work environment that supports a balanced life
• Career development and internal growth opportunities
• Competitive pay

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

Job Duties:

• 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: $21.00-$24.00 per hour

Application question(s):

• Do you have your G license and reliable access to a vehicle?
• Please let us know if you have the following availability:

-Late afternoon (after 3 pm), evenings

Work Location: In person