Respite Support Professional

## Description The Respite Support Professional will provide short term, temporary relief to families of individuals who have disabilities. They ensure the care recipient remains safe and supported, whether in-home or at a facility, allowing caregivers to rest, manage personal matters, or take breaks. Support of these individuals will include a variety of tasks and activities. **WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR** **\*Parttime Respite Support Professional\*** **Work Schedule:** **Schedule 1: Monday - Friday 1:30pm - 6:30pm (25 hours per week)** **Schedule 2: Monday - Friday 1:30 pm - 7:30 pm (30 hours per week)** **Location: Maplewood, NJ at an After School Program** **Duties & Responsibilities** - Provide assistance as needed, and as appropriate in activities of daily living such as dressing, toileting, changing diapers, feeding, bathing, etc. This may require lifting and transferring in/out of a wheelchair, etc. - Meal Preparation – the appropriate meal or snack which occurs during the respite session. - Recreation – providing adaptive games and activities which offer a stimulation and enjoyable experience for the client during respite times. - Follow individual plans of client to meet their objectives. - Motivate and introduce clients to new activities in conjunction with goals. - Assist in the development of the weekly activity schedules and community-based activities, based on individual preferences, needs, and their respite service plan - Work flexible hours depending on family’s needs. **Documentation** - Document daily client observations/issues in client/s system, Rethink and, as needed, via email to applicable parties. - Any other relevant documentation as required by Supervisor of his/her designee. ## Requirements **Education, Training, and Experience:** \* Must be at least 18 years of age \* Possess a High School Diploma/ GED or higher \* A minimum of 1 year of experience in working with children/ adolescents, (ages 2-12), and/or adults with special needs \* Must have visual acuity to read and comprehend written communication through a computer, electronic devices, and paper means \* Must have basic technology skills & maintain access to a mobile device or PC to complete job requirements **Other Requirements:** \* Successful completion of fingerprinting, criminal history background check. \* Ability to lift and carry a minimum of 30 lbs. \* Must be able to assume and maintain a variety of postures including kneeling, squatting, crouching, crawling, sitting, standing, for extended periods of time \* Must be able to attend to basic needs such as feeding, meal preparation, and dressing \* Must be able to work various hours and shifts *Disclaimer: Once/If a position is offered, you will be required to complete a full ABS application* **HOW WE WILL KEEP YOU ANCHORED** We value the well-being of our team and offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees. Full-time team members are eligible for: - Health, dental, and vision insurance - Paid time off (PTO) - 401(k) with company matching ***Part-time*** employees are also eligible for paid time off. Eligibility for benefits begins once applicable requirements are met. The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.