Respite Worker

RiseWell Community Services; Medford (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision

401K Savings Plan with Employer Match

Generous Paid Time Off

13 paid Holidays

Long and Short Term Disability

Life Insurance

Flexible Work Schedules

Comprehensive Paid Training

Calm App Subscription

Career Growth & Promotional Opportunit

Supplemental Insurance options

Loan Forgiveness eligibility

Job summary

RiseWell Community Services in Suffolk County is seeking a part-time Respite Worker who is fluent in Spanish to provide care and companionship for a dependent adult.

You will assist with daily activities, light meal prep, and medication reminders, helping families take a much-needed break while ensuring safety and dignity.

This outreach-focused role supports seniors in their homes or local community locations with flexible scheduling.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• Bilingual in Spanish
• Good communication skills
• Experience working with seniors
• Clean NYS Driver’s License
• Approval of background checks (OIG, SAM, OMIG)

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship and respite care to the dependent adult.
• Assist with daily activities including light meal prep and medication reminders.
• Help caregivers take a break by relieving responsibilities.
• Engage clients to support socialization and well-being.

Skills

Bilingual in Spanish

Good communication skills

Experience with seniors preferred

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

RiseWell Community Services is seeking a part time Bilingual (Spanish Speaking) Respite Worker to provide Respite care to the dependent adult on behalf of the caregiver throughout Suffolk County.

HOURS:

P/T (Flexible Schedule/ up to 19 hours per week).

Make a difference in the lives of families caring for senior loved ones! As RiseWell’s Respite Worker, you’ll provide companionship, assist with daily activities (light meal prep, medication reminders), and help caregivers take a well-deserved break. This entry-level position provides essential support and socialization to those over 60+.

Our Outreach programs provide an array of services designed to engage individuals who are reluctant to seek help or experience barriers to access. Services are brought to the person where they are located, whether that be at home, the street, a hospital, or another location. As a part of this team, you’ll assist those we serve to have their basic needs met by providing referrals, linkage, and hands‑on assistance with obtaining food, employment, housing, and financial assistance.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• Bilingual in Spanish
• Good communication skills
• Experience working with seniors preferred
• Clean, valid NYS Driver’s License
• Approval of: OIG, SAM, OMIG, background checks

Benefits Include

• Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision
• Retirement 401K Savings Plan with Employer Match
• Generous Paid Time Off for Full-time and Eligible Part-Time Employees
• 13 paid Holidays for Full-time and Eligible Part-Time Employees
• Long and Short Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• CALM App Subscription
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Career Growth & Promotional Opportunities
• Comprehensive Paid Training
• Supplemental Accident, Illness and Hospitalization Insurance
• Supplemental Pet Insurance
• Encouragement for Educational Professional Advancement
• Employee Perks & Discounts on Broadway shows, theme parks, and other attractions
• Eligibility for Federal/Public Loan Forgiveness

Equal Opportunity Employer

RiseWell Community Services provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

About Us

Founded in 1972, RiseWell Community Services (RiseWell) is an innovative, multi-service, community-based social wellness agency. We are a major provider of health and wellness services, senior and children’s care, addiction recovery services, as well as affordable housing and support. RiseWell continues to serve thousands of community members across Suffolk, Nassau, Queens, Brooklyn, Bronx, and Manhattan.

RiseWell has developed innovative, successful programs that are designed to meet the needs of vulnerable populations, such as individuals in recovery, those living with chronic medical conditions, adult home residents, the homeless, low-income seniors and at-risk children

For more information about RiseWell Community Services, please visit our website https://www.risewell.org/