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Verified Pay $18 per hour
Hours Full-time, Part-time
Location Frederick, Maryland

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Job Description

About the Role:

We are seeking a Special Needs Respite Care Provider to join our team. As a Respite Care Provider, you will be responsible for providing care and support to children and young adults with special needs, allowing their primary caregivers to take a break from their daily responsibilities. Your main goal will be to ensure the safety and well-being of our clients while providing a positive and engaging environment.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • At least 1 year of experience working with individuals with special needs.
  • Ability to pass a background check
  • Own Car/Reliable Transportation
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Patience and caring demeanor
  • Behavior management techniques are a plus

Responsibilities:

  • Provide direct care and supervision to children and young adults with special needs, including assistance with daily living activities, self-care, and/or hygiene, and behavior management.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records session notes
  • Communicate effectively with families and healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care.

Skills:

As a Special Needs Respite Care Provider, you will utilize your strong communication and interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with clients and their families. In addition, you will need to be flexible and adaptable to meet the changing needs of our clients and their families.

Hours/Schedule:

Depending on the client's needs, hours may be after school, evenings and/or weekends. Opportunities for a set weekly schedule with consistent days/times, as well as opportunities for occasional support, on an as needed basis.

Being a Respite Care Provider is a great way to supplement your income with a few hours per week, or more. We can match you with a family convenient to your location and scheduling needs. The start rate is $18/hour.


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Posting ID: 1022805203 Posted: 2025-02-06 Job Title: Special