Respite Provider / Caregiver

Gro HR Consulting; United States; Remote; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive training opportunities

Recognition and awards for performance

Job summary

A community support organization is seeking a part-time Respite Provider in Wakefield, MA. The role involves assisting individuals with tasks and providing support to families, while maintaining a flexible schedule that varies according to individual needs. Ideal candidates must have a high school diploma, valid driver's license, and the ability to resolve problems effectively. Comprehensive training and recognition for performance are among the benefits offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to assess problem situations and resolve them.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.
• Background check including references and fingerprinting mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Assist participants with tasks to be accomplished within scheduled hours.
• Engagement and assistance with the participant.
• Work with families to achieve identified goals.
• Complete necessary documentation for compliance.
• Uphold rights and dignity of all people supported at all times.
• Maintain confidentiality for all information.

Job description

Position: Respite Provider

Location: Wakefield, MA

Hours: Part time hours vary depending upon the individual and the needs of their family - may be on an occasional, weekly basis, or potentially over the course of a weekend period depending on the needs of the family.

Salary: $15 - $20 per hour

(The pay rate is dependent upon experience and job responsibilities, which vary depending on the individual’s needs)

About us!

Empowering people. Supporting independence. Inspiring dreams.

Communitas is dedicated to delivering individualized, family-centered services, programs, and support for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, throughout their lifespan and in their communities.

Summary:

Respite workers have the opportunity to give the parents/guardians of the participant a break from providing care for their participant. Respite Provider will be responsible for assisting the individual with tasks to be accomplished within their scheduled hours.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Engagement and assistance with the participant
• Work with individuals and families to achieve goals identified by the individual, family, and Family Support Program.
• Complete all necessary documentation to assure compliance with Communitas and DDS policies (documentation is very limited)
• Ensure the rights and dignity of all people supported is upheld at all times
• Develop and maintain supportive working relationships with program members
• Maintaining strict confidentiality for all information, and facility operations

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Ability to assess problem situations to identify causes, gather and process relevant information, generate possible solutions, and make recommendations and/or resolve the problem
• A valid driver's license, acceptable driving record and reliable transportation is required.
• Successful candidates will be required to complete a background check including references, CORI and fingerprinting.

Benefits of working with us!

• Comprehensive training opportunities and room for personal development and growth abound for motivated and dedicated candidates.
• Recognition and awards for performance.

Unique characteristics of respite care:

• The hours vary depending upon the individual and their family’s needs.
• Respite providers generally often do not have consistent weekly schedules, the number of hours may vary.
• Once a Respite Provider commits to working a certain day/time, it is expected that they follow through with that commitment.
• Communitas currently has families in need of a Respite Provider all around the Middlesex area.

Check out our website: https://communitasma.org/