Respite Care Champion for Disability Support

Access, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 19,286 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

Access, Inc. is seeking a Respite Worker for Crown Heights, Brooklyn, NY. The role supports individuals in home and community settings with personal care and skill-building activities.

You will contribute to a team dedicated to meaningful outcomes, safety, and inclusion. The position requires English proficiency, confidentiality, and reliable scheduling with 12 hours per week at $17.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Strong interpersonal, listening, communication and motivational skills.
• Good analytical ability with problem-solving and follow up.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks.
• Proficiency in the use of a personal computer and E‑mail system.
• Valid driver’s license and the ability to operate an agency vehicle if needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide services to persons served in their home and community.
• Perform lifting and other one-to-one functions for the individuals we serve.
• Perform direct care work that involves skill building services.
• Monitor the safety and welfare of people served, take corrective actions as necessary and immediately notify supervisor of concerns.
• Assist and support people served to build positive relationships in their community.
• Provide needed support and encouragement for people served to advocate for their needs and rights.
• Communicate health care concerns to supervisor or administrator as necessary.
• Communicate professionally with persons receiving services, families, team members and the community.
• Encourage community integration with an emphasis on inclusion, access, community awareness and safety.
• Attend staff meetings and participate in supervision for professional growth and development.
• Complete all required initial and annual training as well as ongoing training to increase knowledge.
• Conduct fire drills, where applicable, and document results in accordance with supervisor’s instructions.
• Report to work promptly and adhere to the assigned schedule.
• Adhere to and implement the NADSP Code of Ethics, Justice Center Code of Conduct and NYS DSP Core Competencies.
• Adhere to all Agency and Program Policies and Procedures, including HIPAA, Confidentiality and implementing the Corporate Compliance Plan and related policies and procedures.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Vocational training

Active listening

Team collaboration

Interpersonal skills

English proficiency

Community representation

Computer literacy

Leadership ability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Access, Inc. is seeking a Respite Worker for Crown Heights, Brooklyn, NY. The role supports individuals in home and community settings with personal care and skill-building activities.

You will contribute to a team dedicated to meaningful outcomes, safety, and inclusion. The position requires English proficiency, confidentiality, and reliable scheduling with 12 hours per week at $17.00 per hour.