Respite Support Worker

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Community Respite Service supports the caregivers and parents of children and adults with disabilities, by giving them much deserved breaks. Respite work is a rewarding job working with people with physical and intellectual disabilities.

We are currently looking for applicants with a flexible schedule, available to work a variety of shifts (days, evenings & weekends).

Due to this requirements of this position, working with children & adults who have vulnerable health conditions, worker must provide proof of double vaccination or provide three negative Covid tests per week.

• Part time, flexible hours.

• Great job for students or those seeking secondary employment

• Mileage reimbursed

• Benefits available after working an average of 20hrs a week for 6 months.

• Experience preferred but not required (Starting wage dependent on education & experience)
• Education in Disability and Community Support Program, Educational Assistant, Special Needs Child Care, Health Care Aide or related field are an asset
• Experience working or volunteering with people with Developmental Disabilities is an asset
• Experience in Personal Care (Bathing, Changing, Dressing, Feeding, Lifting etc.) is an asset
• Experience with Violent/Aggressive behaviors is an asset

• Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search, Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check (no more than 3 months old) are required before interviews. The cost of getting these checks is reimbursed to Respite Workers who stay with CRS for at least 500 hours.

• Must be 18 years of age or older

• Must be able to work in all areas of the city

• Driver’s License & Vehicle would be an asset to transport participants to activities in the community

• Supportive and positive work environment

The key areas of responsibility for Community Respite Service Workers:

• Participant well-being

• Reliability

• Flexibility

• Independent problem solving

• Administrative responsibilities

• Communication/planning

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

https://www.communityrespiteservice.ca/wp/

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Salary: $12.25-$14.75 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• Vision care

COVID-19 considerations:
PPE is provided to all respite workers.
Covid-19 precautions are followed as set out by the Government of Manitoba guidelines.

Application question(s):

• Do you have a Criminal Record Check (with vulnerable sector search), Child Abuse registry Check & Adult Abuse Registry Check no older than 3 months?
• Are you willing to travel to all areas of the city?
• Do you have a driver’s license and a vehicle that you can use to transport participants to activities in the community?
• Do have work, volunteer or personal experience providing care to people who have intellectual and/or physical disabilities?
• Are you available for a variety of shifts including days, evening and weekends?
• Do have experience providing personal care (bathing, feeding, toileting, dressing etc.)?
• Tell me why you would like to be a respite support worker?

Work remotely:

• No