What are the responsibilities and job description for the Respite Worker position at RiseWell Community Services?
RiseWell Community Services is seeking a part time BIlinigual (Spanish Speaking) Respite Worker to provide Respite care to the dependent adult on behalf of the caregiver throughout Suffolk County. Reporting directly to the Program Manager of the Outreach Program. HOURS: P/T (Flexible Schedule/ up to 19 hours per week).
Our Outreach programs provide an array of services designed to engage individuals who are reluctant to seek help or experience barriers to access. Services are brought to the person where they are located, whether that be at home, the street, a hospital, or another location. As a part of this team, you’ll assist those we serve to have their basic needs met by providing referrals, linkage, and hands-on assistance with obtaining food, employment, housing, and financial assistance.
QUALIFICATIONS:
High School Diploma, Good communication skills. Experience working with seniors preferred. Clean, valid NYS Driver’s License. Approval of: OIG, SAM, OMIG, background checks.
JOB FUNCTION:
Provide Respite care to the dependent adult on behalf of the caregiver. Interact with individuals on a one to one basis and provide support including advocacy, companionship, socialization and daily living skills (i.e. light meal preparation, light housekeeping). Keep aging adults living in their homes as long as possible as opposed to long term care facilities.
BENEFITS INCLUDE:
- Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision
- Retirement 401K Savings Plan with Employer Match
- Generous Paid Time Off for Full-time and Eligible Part-Time Employees
- 13 paid Holidays for Full-time and Eligible Part-Time Employees
- Long and Short Term Disability
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- CALM App Subscription
- Flexible Work Schedules
- Career Growth & Promotional Opportunities
- Comprehensive Paid Training
- Supplemental Accident, Illness and Hospitalization Insurance
- Supplemental Pet Insurance
- Encouragement for Educational Professional Advancement
- Employee Perks & Discounts on Broadway shows, theme parks, and other attractions
- Eligibility for Federal/Public Loan Forgiveness
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
RiseWell Community Services provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
ABOUT US:
Founded in 1972, RiseWell Community Services (RiseWell) is an innovative, multi-service, community-based social wellness agency. We are a major provider of health and wellness services, senior and children’s care, addiction recovery services, as well as affordable housing and support. RiseWell continues to serve thousands of community members across Suffolk, Nassau, Queens, Brooklyn, Bronx, and Manhattan.
RiseWell has developed innovative, successful programs that are designed to meet the needs of vulnerable populations, such as individuals in recovery, those living with chronic medical conditions, adult home residents, the homeless, low-income seniors and at-risk children
For more information about RiseWell Community Services, please visit our website https://www.risewell.org/