Respite Workers support children and adults with developmental disabilities to build social relationships, develop personal goals and skills, and participate in recreational activities in the community.

Are you looking for:

• Additional income
• Flexible work hours
• Meaningful employment

Respite Workers are self-employed – you control how much and when you work! Because this is not a regular Monday to Friday 9-5 type of job, it is often a great fit for students or people wishing to supplement existing income. 

No formal training required, however previous experience working with individuals with disabilities is an asset. Successful Respite Workers are:

• Responsible, enthusiastic, energetic
• Able to remain calm under pressure
• Effective communicators with good conflict resolution skills
• Willing to learn and receive feedback

Respite Workers must be 19 years or older and as part of our screening process we also require:

• Physician’s Reference Form
• Criminal Record Check – Vulnerable Sector, renewed every 5 years
• Valid First Aid & CPR, renewed every 3 years
• Work/Character References
• Driver’s License, Car Insurance, Driver’s Abstract (car preferred, not required)
• Safety Visit/Home Study (if providing hourly/overnight care in your own home)