Respite Worker

Side by Side Therapy - (Now Hiring); Markham; On-site; CAD 24,796 - 35,817; Part time

Job summary

Side by Side Therapy is seeking part-time Respite Workers to provide one-on-one support for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder in their homes. Duties include assisting with self-care, recreational activities, and communicating progress to families.

The role involves planned or emergency respite during day, evenings, or weekends, with emphasis on safety and engagement. Applicants with experience in disability support, a compassionate and reliable demeanor, and preferred First Aid and driver's

Qualifications

• Experience working with individuals living with disabilities.
• Out going, sociable, and willing to take initiative.
• Compassionate, trustworthy, patient, and reliable.
• First Aid Certification: Preferred.
• Automobile Licence: Preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with self-care and recreation activities.
• Update client’s family members on the condition of their loved ones and progress as necessary.
• Make home visits to clients that have various diagnoses.
• Provide respite care on a planned or emergency basis during the day, evenings or weekends.

Skills

Disabilities experience

Outgoing personality

Compassionate demeanor

First aid certified

Driver's license preferred

Job description

Side by Side Therapy is currently looking for skilled individuals to fill part‑time Respite Worker positions. Respite workers will work one‑on‑one with children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (or other developmental disabilities) in the children’s home.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with self‑care and recreation activities.
• Update client’s family members on the condition of their loved ones and progress as necessary.
• Make home visits to clients that have various diagnoses.
• Provide respite care on a planned or emergency basis during the day, evenings or weekends.
• Write progress notes regarding client objectives and goals.
• Report all suspicions of child abuse or child endangerment.
• Engage in recreational and skill building activities geared toward the clients’ interest(s).

Qualifications

• Experience working with individuals living with disabilities.
• Outgoing, sociable, and willing to take initiative.
• Compassionate, trustworthy, patient, and reliable.
• First Aid Certification: Preferred.
• Automobile Licence: Preferred.

Vulnerable Sector Screening And Professional Liability Insurance Required

About Side by Side ABA Therapy

Side by Side Therapy offers the following services: Comprehensive ABA Programs Focused ABA Programs Parent/Caregiver Coaching Behaviour Consultation BCBA Mentorship and Supervision Occupational Therapy Speech‑Language Pathology Social Skills Training For children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other special needs. Comprehensive or focused ABA programs, behaviour consultations and parent coaching are available. We understand that Parents of children with autism or other special needs often have a very difficult time understanding their child’s challenging behaviour. We create specialized, function‑based interventions that teach the skills necessary to reduce and replace these behaviours. As a result, the family achieves an improved quality of life.