24 hour Respite- Edmonton

Serenity Respite Inc.; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Serenity Respite Inc. seeks a dedicated Support Worker / Caregiver to provide overnight respite care for children and young adults aged 2-17 at our Edmonton North Side Centre. You will assist with daily activities, mobility, and meals, while ensuring safety and trauma-informed support.

A valid driver's license and vehicle are required for school drop-offs in Sturgeon County. Experience with teens facing mental health concerns, high-risk situations, and administering medications is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in caregiving.
• Knowledge of medication procedures.
• Physical ability to lift and assist.
• Strong communication and caring attitude.
• Confidentiality commitment.

Responsibilities

• Provide respite care and support with daily activities.
• Administer medications as instructed.
• Prepare meals meeting dietary needs.
• Assist with mobility, transfers, and G-tubes.
• Offer companionship and plan engaging activities.
• Perform light housekeeping.

Skills

Caregiving experience

Medication procedures

Mobility assistance

Strong communication

Confidentiality

Job description

Support Worker / Caregiver

Passionate about providing compassionate care? Join our team as a Support Worker and make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young adults aged 2-17.

Please note that this position would be for overnight shifts at our North Side Edmonton Centre.

You would be responsible for bringing the child to school in Sturgeon County during the school year. So a driver's license and a reliable vehicle are required.

Must have experience working with teens experiencing mental health concerns, including high-risk situations, trauma-informed care, and support strategies.

Must be able to engage with this child and stay off electronics for the duration of the shift. This position requires someone attentive and fully focused on the child.

Responsibilities

• Provide respite care and support with daily activities
• Administer medications as instructed
• Prepare meals meeting dietary needs
• Assist with mobility, transfers, and G-tubes
• Offer companionship and plan engaging activities
• Perform light housekeeping

Qualifications

• Experience in caregiving
• Knowledge of medication procedures
• Physical ability to lift and assist
• Strong communication and caring attitude
• Confidentiality commitment

Requirements

• Valid First Aid
• Recent Police Vulnerable Sector Check
• CFS Intervention Check
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation