Direct Support Professional, Respite - Part Time

Essential Requirements

• 18 years of age or older

Additional Information

This is a flexible, part-time job serving children.
Hourly rate: $18-20 based on experience.
This is an Independent Contractor position.
Clearances, Background Checks, Drug Screenings, and other documentation is required for approval.

Contact Information

If you are interested in becoming a Respite Caregiver, please contact the Respite Department in your county.
- Bucks County: (215) 366-5300 x 333
- Delaware and Chester County: (610) 325-3131 x 33

Respite Caregivers Will:

• Provide hourly relief for parents
• Provide care to children in their own homes
• Provide a fun and safe environment for the young person
• Use and implement the 5 core values of Trauma-Informed Care in all work practices - Safety, Trustworthiness, Choice, Collaboration, & Empowerment.

Qualifications

• Compassionate
• Reliable
• Enjoy working with young people

Skills

• Personal hygiene care experience (preferred)
• College student working towards a degree in social work or educational field (preferred)
• Understanding and empathy of special health needs in children (preferred)

Benefits

• Competitive, fee-for-service compensation
• Afterschool on-call support
• May be eligible for yearly bonuses contingent upon performance, productivity, and family feedback

Requirements

• Clearances, Background Checks, Drug Screenings, and other documentation is required for approval

Pay

• $18-20 an hour based on experience

Schedule

• Hours vary from week to week based on the Respite Caregiver's availability and the assigned family's needs