Direct Support Professional, Respite - Part Time
About the role
Our Respite Program provides temporary childcare for families raising a child with a mental health diagnosis. This is a part-time, fee-for-service, independent contractor position. Respite Services are delivered on an hourly basis in the family’s home. Hours vary from week to week based on the Respite Caregiver's availability and the assigned family's needs. We value our approved Respite Caregivers! Individuals approved to provide Respite Services will receive competitive, fee-for-service compensation, after-hours on call support, and may be eligible for yearly bonuses contingent upon performance, productivity, and family feedback.
Responsibilities
- 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
Requirements
- 18 years of age or older
- Compassionate and reliable
- Enjoy working with young people
- Ability to obtain required clearances, background checks, drug screenings, and other documentation
Qualifications
- Personal hygiene care experience
- College students working toward a degree in social work or an educational field
- Understanding and empathy of special health needs in children
Skills
- Skill in applying Trauma‑Informed Care principles (Safety, Trustworthiness, Choice, Collaboration, Empowerment)
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Compassionate and reliable demeanor
Benefits
- Competitive fee‑for‑service compensation
- After‑hours on‑call support
- Eligibility for yearly bonuses tied to performance, productivity, and family feedback
- Flexible, part‑time schedule
Pay
$18–$20 per hour, based on experience.
Schedule
Hours vary week to week according to caregiver availability and family needs; part‑time.