Respite Assistant

4 weeks ago

Staten Island, United States The GRACE Foundation Full time

**Respite Program Assistant**

**Overall Description**:
The above staff are responsible for carrying out all program related responsibilities assigned by Program Director.

**Responsibilities include but are not limited to**:

- Support at all times all assigned program participants.
- Ensure the safety of the participants.
- Promote the DSP Core Competencies by using a person-centered approach
- Implement effective instructional/prompting techniques with the participants as indicated by Supervisor and/or Program Director.
- Follow individualized positive reinforcement plans as indicated by Supervisor and/or Program Director.
- Ensure clock-in and clock-out times in Paychex are accurate and completed in a timely manner.
- Sign all required staff sign-in time card sheets on same day that services are rendered.
- Ensure intern sheet is signed by Supervisor and submitted to Program Director upon completion of hours.
- Communicate any family/participant problems/concerns to Supervisor and/or Program Director.
- Complete all occurrences (injuries) and reportable incident forms accurately and submit to Supervisor and/or Program Director in a timely manner.
- Communicate any safety issues or concerns to Supervisor and/or Program Director.
- Maintain an open and positive relationship with participants and family members to meet the needs of the participant.
- Complete annual in-service training and other trainings as needed.
- Complete all assignments as directed by Supervisor and/or Program Director.

**Minimum Requirements**:

- High School Student for Interns/Volunteers and High School Diploma/GED for Assistant.
- Interest in pursuing ASD field
- Pursuing a Graduate or Undergraduate degree in the field of human services a plus.
- Some experience working with children.
- Good communication skills.
- High level of professionalism working with participants.
- Maintain confidentiality.
- Ability to adhere to scheduled dates/times.
- Accuracy in completion of all required documents and electronic actions.
- Display positive interaction with staff and participants.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $17.50 - $19.00 per hour

**Education**:

- High school or equivalent (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Caregiving: 1 year (preferred)

Shift availability:

- Day Shift (preferred)
- Night Shift (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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