Respite worker

The Child Center of NY; New York (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

The Child Center of NY is seeking a Respite Care Worker to provide temporary care and supportive activities for children with Serious Emotional Disturbance (SED). You will work in homes or community settings, offering safe, engaging experiences and collaborating with families to promote wellbeing.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma and at least 1 year of related experience, along with strong communication, compassion, and time-management skills.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of experience with children with special needs and their families.
• Compassion, patience, and the ability to connect with diverse groups.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office; familiarity with EHR is a plus.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide care and support for children in their homes or community settings.
• Engage children in recreational activities that build on their strengths, skills, and interests.
• Collaborate with Health Home providers and parents to ensure children’s needs are met during respite care.
• Maintain clear and timely documentation within 48 hours of service delivery.
• Communicate openly with children and families about activities and observations.
• Perform other related responsibilities as needed.

Skills

Compassion

Patience

Communication

Time management

MS Office familiarity

EHR knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

The Child Center of NY strengthens children and families with skills, opportunities, and emotional support to build healthy, successful lives. Founded in 1953, The Child Center of NY has become a powerful community presence throughout the city. With 50 locations and 100 programs in NYC’s most under-served communities, our 1,000+ results-oriented professionals make a difference for more than 40,000 children and their families each year.

Respite Care Worker – Fee for service

Join our team as a Respite Care Worker, where you’ll provide temporary care and support for children with Serious Emotional Disturbance (S.E.D.). This role offers a unique opportunity to give parents and caregivers the break they need while creating safe, fun, and enriching experiences for young people. By helping to reduce stress at home, you’ll play an important role in strengthening family harmony and wellbeing.

What You’ll Do:

• Provide care and support for children in their homes or community settings.
• Engage children in recreational activities that build on their strengths, skills, and interests.
• Collaborate with Health Home providers and parents to ensure children’s needs are met during respite care.
• Maintain clear and timely documentation (within 48 hours of service delivery)
• Communicate openly with children and families about activities and observations.
• Perform other related responsibilities as needed.

What We’re Looking For:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• At least 1 year of experience working or volunteering with children with special needs and their families
• Compassion, patience, and the ability to connect with diverse social, cultural, and economic groups
• Strong communication skills—written, verbal, and listening
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office and familiarity with Electronic Health Records (EHR) is a plus
• Excellent time management and organizational skills

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to supporting children and families
• Competitive pay –earn $27.78 per service hour
• Flexible scheduling options – we operate every day of the week, so you get to build a schedule that works best for you and the families you serve
• Reimbursement for transportation costs
• Gain valuable experience in community-based care and behavioral health
• Make a direct and positive impact in the lives of children and their caregivers

The Child Center of NY is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status or any other category protected by Federal, State or local law. EOE M/F/D/V