Respite Provider - Family Support - Relief

Respite Provider - Family Support - Relief

Our Family Support Center offers a wide array of supports in the home and in the community for adults and children with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities living with their families. These services may include respite, engaging recreational activities, provision of adaptive equipment, skill training, and intensive staff support when necessary.

The primary goal of the Respite Worker lies in the ability to provide individualized support in a community and/or family setting that is based on each individual's strengths, interests, and needs.

Our ideal candidate is someone who is committed, compassionate, and has the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with the individuals and their families!

Rate: Varies by family ($18/hr-$22/hr)

Why You'll Love Riverside We make a true difference in people's lives through rewarding work. Most of our jobs come with great benefits including healthcare, numerous professional development opportunities, and generous time off - all in a respectful and inclusive environment, perhaps why Riverside was named a Boston Globe Top Workplace and a best-in-state employer by Forbes.

Benefits include:

• Comprehensive, high-quality health, dental, and vision insurance options
• Flexible Spending Accounts both medical and dependent care
• Eleven paid holidays
• Separate accruals for vacation (increases with tenure), personal, and sick time
• Tax-deferred 403(b) retirement savings plan
• Employee Assistance Plan / Travel Assistance Plan
• Employee bonus for referrals resulting in hiring
• Discounts to movie theaters, sporting, and entertainment events
• Employee YMCA discount: 10% off a YMCA monthly membership and 50% off the joiner's fee

Required Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills (in the English language), including clearly documenting individual progress and activities in program records.
• Basic computer fluency, including Microsoft Office.
• Demonstrated ability to organize, delegate, and motivate others, as well as to work as a member of a team and to function independently.
• Sensitivity, caring, patience, and understanding of individuals with disabilities and needs of their families and/or caregivers.

Required Experience

• High school diploma; Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in a related field preferred.
• Experience working with individuals who have a developmental or cognitive disability required; experience working with non-verbal adults preferred
• Valid driver's license and regular access to a reliable vehicle.