Respite Care

Part-time Respite Care - Waiver Respite - New Paltz Overview Requisition Number: 3429 Date Posted: 6/30/2022 City: New Paltz Category: Direct Support Description We are seeking caring people for rewarding part-time, one-to-one positions, providing respite services for children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Waiver Respite staff will provide 1:1 temporary care/supervision of person with special needs, which will p rovide the parent/caregiver a break from everyday routines supporting the person. Staff will provide a safe environment and may include social and community activities. Employees who work for Waiver Respite should be flexible and self-motivated. Time management skills are definitely important in this position which requires a great deal of independence. After-school, early evening and weekend hours are available for Waiver Respite. PART-TIME HOURS/SCHEDULES AVAILABLE: (1) 15 hours per week (2) 22.25 hours per week STARTING SALARY: $ 18.50 to $ 20.35 per hour, with additional shift differentials as applicable Minimum Requirements + Acceptable NYS Driver's License and a reliable vehicle are preferred + Computer skills