Respite Caregiver

  • Morinville
  • Entrust Disability Services

The Entrust Difference Starts with our People.

We are a dedicated team of compassionate, creative, and positive individuals working collaboratively to provide exceptional support and care to our clients and their caregivers. Our Vision : To Support ALL needs of ALL individuals.

We have a Male Respite Caregiver opportunity in the Morinville vicinity. Monday to Friday, 2:15 p.m. to 8:15 p.m.

A little about this Position : The Respite Caregiver is a front-line position that works directly with individuals with disabilities. They are part of a team that ensures individuals have quality of life in areas including: daily living, recreation and leisure and community inclusion.

We are looking for someone who is patient, kind, trustworthy, mature, empathetic, and caring in nature as well as a good communicator. This position does require the caregiver to drive so you will require a valid class 5 drivers license, registration and vehicle insurance with $1M liability (mileage is paid).

Responsibilities :

  • Provide assistance and care for individuals to achieve full potential in community, social, residential environments and life pursuits.
  • Ensure individuals are satisfied and daily needs are met.
  • Attend/Follow up with medical appointments as designated by team leader.
  • Ensure home maintenance e.g. cleaning, laundry, decorating, etc. is completed while encouraging individuals to participate to their fullest ability.
  • Assist individuals to discover and participate in leisure time activities.

Qualifications & Experience

  • Minimum of a high school diploma and experience with complex behaviors is an asset.
  • All Entrust employees must clear a Criminal Background Check, Child and Youth Intervention Record Check, and have First Aid/CPR .
  • Individuals with experience working in-home respite preferred.
  • We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted._

Job Types : Part-time, Permanent

Salary : $17.00 per hour

Benefits :

  • Casual dress
  • Dental care
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Extended health care
  • Life insurance
  • Vision care

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

  • Do you currently own a reliable vehicle?
  • Are you willing to transport clients as required?

Licence/Certification:

  • Class 5 Drivers License (required)

Work Location: One location