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Happiness House Respite Aide 

About the Organization CP Rochester and Happiness House are private nonprofit health, educational, residential and human service organizations that have been serving communities in the Finger Lakes Region since 1969 and the Greater Rochester Area since 1946. Today with sites in Rochester, Canandaigua, Geneva, Gorham, Midlakes and Waterloo, our agencies offer an array of educational, therapeutic, recreational, residential and family support programs and services for children and adults with and without disabilities. On average, our agencies serve 3,650 families each year and employ approximately 600 people.


Our staff consists of dedicated and knowledgeable professionals and clinicians with expertise in the areas of Special Education, Early Childhood Education, Physical, Occupational, Speech and Music Therapies, Psychology, Service Coordination, Nursing, Dental Services, and Developmental Disabilities.


Committed to serving individuals with autism, traumatic brain injury, neurological impairments, as well as a wide variety of developmental disabilities such as cerebral palsy and Down syndrome, our staff partners with individuals and their families to support them in meeting their goals.


 
EOE Statement CP Rochester and Happiness House are an equal opportunity employers. We do not discriminate against employees or applicants in the hiring, promotion, compensation, placement, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence or any other term or condition of employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran, domestic violence victim status, prior arrest and conviction records or any other protected category in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.  
Description

Job Title: Waiver Respite Worker

Pay Rate: $16.00 per hour

Reports to: Supervisor of Home & Community Services

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work: This may be a part-time or full-time position. Days and hours of work may vary depending on need. Evening and weekend work may be required as determined by program/individual needs.

Summary/Objective: The Respite Worker provides in-home care providing a safe and positive environment which allows the primary caregiver a break or period of respite.

 

Essential Functions

  1. Imparts agency philosophy of “Equal Opportunity, Independence and Realization of Individual Potential” to children, families, program staff and community resources.
  2. Maintains confidentiality of information relating to individuals and their families in accordance with agency policy.
  3. Follows policies and procedures as per OPWDD guidelines.
  4. Provides in-home respite care (i.e. sitter service) to individuals as outlined by the life plan. Hourly respite is designed to give the primary caregiver a break while providing a safe, fun and positive environment for their loved one. 
  5. Provide supports to meet the needs of the individual (i.e., meal prep, personal care).
  6. Engage the individual in his/her chosen activities, which could include arts, crafts, outdoor play, games, etc. 
  7. Serve as an appropriate role model and engage in interactions which promote and ensure the dignity and rights of all participants, service providers, coworkers and community members. 
  8. Acts as a professional representative of Happiness House in regards to appearance, behavior, temperament, communication, language and dress. 
  9. Reports any issues or concerns to supervisor in a timely manner.
  10. Follows agency incident procedure.
  11. Completes and submits monthly documentation, representative of the service delivered.
  12. Participates in conferences, workshops. Department meetings and in-service training as needed or recommended to enhance job skills and personal growth and development.
  13. Adheres to agency’s policies and procedures as well as department guidelines.

Other Duties: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

 

Required Education and Experience

  1. One year experience and/or education in human services preferable
  2. Prior experience working with individuals who have developmental disabilities and autism is preferred.
  3. High School Diploma or GED preferred.
  4. Ability to work independently and motivate others.
  5. Knowledge of community resources and means of accessing these services.
  6. Valid NYS driver’s license/dependable vehicle.
  7. Demonstrates basic reasoning skills

 

Competency Requirements

  1. Must possess a strong service orientation, including active listening, critical thinking skills, and close monitoring of clients.
  2. Attention to detail.
  3. Caring approach.
  4. Ability to ensure individual’s safety.
  5. Excellent communication skills.
  6. Positivity.
  7. Attentiveness.

Work Environment: This job operates in a home environment.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit, stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 30 pounds.

Travel: Travel is primarily local during the business day but employee will be expected to work at any of our partner agencies.  Some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be expected.

 

EEO Statement

The agencies are equal opportunity employers.   We do not discriminate against employees or applicants in the hiring, promotion, compensation, placement, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence or any other term or condition of employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran, domestic violence victim status, prior arrest and conviction records or any other protected category in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

 
Position Requirements
  1. High School Diploma
  2. Knowledge of community resources and means of accessing these services.
  3. Valid NYS driver’s license/dependable vehicle.
  4. Experience with special needs population.
  5. Demonstrates basic reasoning and writing skills.
 
Location Happiness House-Community Based  
Full-Time/Part-Time Part-Time  
Shift Various Shifts  
Category Operations  
Number of Openings 5  
Req Number OPE-18-00003  

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