In-Home Respite Provider - North County Inland & Coastal

Overview The In-Home Respite Provider ( North County Inland & Coastal ) cares for children, teens, and adults who have autism and/or other developmental disabilities in their homes and community settings. This role centers on fostering clients’ independence, socialization, and community involvement through individualized caregiving. By offering this service, the In-Home Respite Provider offers parents and guardians respite from their caregiving duties, thus contributing to the resilience of families within our community.  Our program serves clients ranging in age from 3 to 73 years old, with the majority of clients between the ages of 5 and 30+. Staff may be assigned to work with individuals across different age groups based on program and service needs. We are currently only looking for providers to work in the following regions : Scripps Ranch, Poway, Mira Mesa, Miramar, La Jolla, Escondido, and Oceanside Learn more about YMCA Childcare Resource Services programs CLICK HERE For more on Employee Perks, click on this link: Employee Benefits | YMCA of San Diego County (ymcasd.org)  SCHEDULE: Coordinate a flexible, part-time schedule that aligns with family needs, which may include working multiple sessions within a single day Staff in this role are expected to maintain the agreed-upon schedule and availability for a minimum of 90 days following their date of hire.  Weekly hours will vary based on client needs and availability Certain programmatic needs—such as new employee intake, trainings, or program-related contact—will occur during core business hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends as needed WORK DESIGNATION:  In-Person (Client Homes) - North County Inland & Coastal (Scripps Ranch, Poway, Mira Mesa, Miramar, La Jolla, Escondido, and Oceanside) Must reside within the San Diego County Region or within a 40-mile radius of the county Responsibilities Engage with parents and clients in a positive and professional manner, collaborating with families to fulfill the clients' needs effectively   Provide one-on-one care and supervision for respite clients, both in their homes and community settings, aiming to enhance their independence, socialization, and community engagement, while ensuring their safety during scheduled respite appointments Communicate effectively with clients, their families, and supervisor to ensure continuity of care and client satisfaction   Address the social, safety, and personal hygiene requirements of children, teens, and adults with developmental disabilities Coordinate a flexible, part-time schedule that aligns with family needs, which may include working multiple sessions within a single day; Weekly hours will vary based on client needs and availability   Follow all company policies, procedures, and safety guidelines and adhere to California Code of Regulations (CCR) Title 17 Section 58130(b), guidelines from DDS (Department of Developmental Services), and San Diego Regional Center  TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:  Must have access to reliable transportation to travel regularly throughout San Diego County  Qualifications Minimum six (6) months of experience, including professional or personal experience, providing care for individuals with developmental disabilities or in a related caregiving role (such as nursing, special education, or in-home care) required or 6 units of coursework in the childcare field, special needs field, health field, or a related area   JOB COMPETENCIES: Effective use of the English language, including speaking, reading, and writing   Ability to perform all essential job functions independently, without supervision   Access to and the capability to use technology (smartphone, tablet, or computer) for tasks like submitting timecards and mileage bi-weekly, completing mandatory online training, and receiving communications via email   Ability to communicate effectively and empathetically with clients, family members, and colleagues   Strong interpersonal skills, patience, and compassion   Must be able to safely lift individuals weighing up to fifty (50) pounds   Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed  PRE-HIRE CONTINGENCIES: Licensing, state law and our funders require that applicants be fingerprinted, prior to reporting to work, and include subsequent arrest notifications   CPR/AED, and First Aid Certification, must include Adult and Child/Infant, within 30 days of hire, and must be from one of the following certifying organizations: American Red Cross or American Safety and Health Institute   Must be 18 years of age or older  YMCA will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if the YMCA is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Ordinance by visiting the San Diego County Office of Labor Standards and Enforcement. Pay Range USD $20.50 - USD $20.50 /Hr.