Respite Care Specialist – Evenings & Weekends

Catalight; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Easterseals Northern California in Walnut Creek is seeking a Respite Associate to provide compassionate care for individuals with disabilities in home and community settings. You will supervise activities, offer companionship, and coordinate care with families and caregivers, primarily during evenings and weekends to align with client needs.

The role emphasizes safety, respect for family rules, and the ability to engage clients in meaningful activities while maintaining confidentiality and HIPAA

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Prior experience in a care-taking role for persons with disabilities preferred.
• Willing to work evening and weekend shifts, with some daytime hours based on client and program need.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality care for people with disabilities by actively engaging the clients with recreational activities in the home or community setting.
• Provide support to clients with basic living skills including toileting, hygiene care, food prep, feeding assistance, dressing, chores, and daily living activities.
• Adhere to the rules of the respite program and agency policies.
• Follow families' home rules, respecting cultural practices.
• Observe and apply safety protocols to ensure safety for clients and staff.
• Complete and submit billing-related data timely and accurately.
• Maintain confidentiality of client data in adherence with HIPAA requirements.
• Provide occasional coverage for Kaleidoscope Adult Community program on weekdays during regular business hours.

Skills

Effective communication

Patient care

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Easterseals Northern California in Walnut Creek is seeking a Respite Associate to provide compassionate care for individuals with disabilities in home and community settings. You will supervise activities, offer companionship, and coordinate care with families and caregivers, primarily during evenings and weekends to align with client needs.

The role emphasizes safety, respect for family rules, and the ability to engage clients in meaningful activities while maintaining confidentiality and HIPAA