Respite -Calahoo

Support Worker/ Caregiver Passionate about providing compassionate care? Join our team as a Support Worker and make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young adults aged 2-17. This role requires an open and flexible individual willing to work closely with a family in need. May include Day shifts, evening, weekend, and overnight care in the family's home. Candidates must have experience working with teens facing mental health challenges, including high-risk situations, trauma-informed care, and effective support strategies. Additionally, staff should be engaging, fun, attentive, and able to stay off electronics during their shifts. This is not a position for someone who sits back and observes; you must be proactive and actively involved in supporting this child. Responsibilities: Provide respite care and support with daily activities Administer medications as instructed Prepare meals meeting dietary needs Assist with mobility, transfers, and G-tubes Offer companionship and plan engaging activities Perform light housekeeping Qualifications: Experience in caregiving Knowledge of medication procedures Physical ability to lift and assist Strong communication and caring attitude Confidentiality commitment Requirements: Valid First Aid Recent Police Vulnerable Sector Check CFS Intervention Check Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Provide proactive respite care and daily activity support for children and young adults aged 2-17. Responsibilities include administering medications, managing G-tubes, and planning engaging activities within the family home.

Candidates must have experience with teens facing mental health challenges and trauma-informed care. Required credentials include a valid driver's license, First Aid certification, and Police Vulnerable Sector and CFS Intervention checks.

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• Compassionate Care
• Mental Health Support
• Trauma-Informed Care
• Medication Administration
• G-tube Care
• Meal Preparation
• Mobility Assistance
• Crisis Intervention
• Patient Monitoring
• Housekeeping

• Healthcare
• Social Services

Expérience minimale

2+ ans

Postuler avant le

31 août 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine

Niveau d’expérience

Not Applicable