FM Respite Associate

JAFCO JEWISH ADOPTION AND FAMILY CARE OPTIONS INC; King of Prussia (PA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Family Matters JAFCO in King of Prussia, PA is seeking a Part-Time Caregiver to provide direct care for children in respite care. The role requires ensuring physical, emotional, and social needs are met in a home-like setting.

The position emphasizes Trauma Informed Care and a Person-Centered Approach, with duties including supervision of activities, meal support, and coordination of transportation and schedules.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalency; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 1+ years of experience with children with disabilities in a group setting.
• 40 hours of in-service training annually completed.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Successful completion/implementation of behavior training.
• Available to work nights and weekends.
• CPR, First Aid and Water Safety Certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide for physical, emotional, social, and recreational needs of children in respite care.
• Manage behaviors according to agency policies and procedures.
• Ensure all medical needs of child are met as directed by medical personnel.
• Prepare or arrange daily meals and snacks; assist with feeding as directed.
• Maintain a safe, structured, and nurturing home environment.
• Incorporate Trauma Informed Care and Person-Centered Approach in daily care.
• Coordinate and assist in developing/supervising children’s activity schedule.
• Coordinate/assist with transportation to extracurricular activities.
• Accompany and engage children in all activities.
• Ensure proper hygiene routines and medication distribution/documentation.
• Attend staff meetings and in-services as required.
• All other duties as requested by Supervisor.

Skills

Patience

Accountability

Communication

Compassion

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalency

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: 0UZ33 - FAMILY MATTERS JAFCO - King Of Prussia, PA, Position Type: Part Time, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Position Summary:

This person will provide direct care for the needs of the children in respite care at Family Matters.

Role and Responsibilities

• Provide for the physical, emotional, social, recreational needs of the children in a home-like environment
• Manage behaviors utilizing agency policies and procedures
• Ensure all medical needs of child are met as directed by medical personnel
• Prepare, or arrange for, daily meals and snacks and assist with feeding as directed
• Maintain a safe, structured, and nurturing home environment
• Mindfully integrate the Trauma Informed Care Model and Person-Centered Approach into all procedures, practices, and daily interactions
• Coordinate and assist in developing/supervising children’s activity schedule
• Coordinate/assist with children’s transportation to extracurricular activities
• Accompany and engage children in all activities
• Ensure proper hygiene routines
• Ensure medication distribution and document appropriately
• Attend staff meetings and in-services as required
• All other duties as requested by Supervisor

Qualifications: Competencies

• Patience
• Accountability
• Communication
• Compassion

Physical requirements

Staff must be physically capable of driving an automobile in a safe manner. Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds, stoop, bend, kneel, stand/walk up to 4 hours, and be capable of continuous activity with children.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalency; Bachelor’s degree preferred
• 1 plus years of experience with children with disabilities in a group setting
• Completion of annual 40 hours of in-service training
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record (Full Time requirements)
• Successful completion/implementation demonstration of behavior training
• Must be available to work nights and weekends
• CPR, First Aid and Water Safety Certification

EOE