What are the responsibilities and job description for the Direct Support Professional I - Respite position at Seven Hills Foundation?
Pay: $19.00 per hour
Schedule: As needed by family.
The Respite worker provides families of children with special health care needs a relief from their responsibilities by providing one to one direct care for their child within or outside the home by implementing a safety and service plan. All duties will vary depending on the specific needs of each child. Parent/caretaker will provide all training specific to their child. Safety plan must be reviewed and implemented when necessary. Seven Hills has opportunities for direct care providers with many years of experience, as well as for college students, stay-at-home moms and dads, paraprofessionals, or teachers looking for a part time opportunity. Seven Hills is a growing nonprofit of 4,500 dedicated professionals that celebrate diversity and inclusion. We also provide the stability of being considered essential workers for those Ready to Work. We hope you consider joining our team today!
Benefits For Full-time Employees
At Seven Hills Foundation, your work has a purpose. You’ll join a mission-driven team dedicated to supporting children, adults, and families in building meaningful, fulfilling lives.
We believe in respect, inclusion, collaboration, and the power of every individual to reach their potential. Whether you’re providing direct care, supporting families, working in healthcare, education, administration, or leading a team, your contributions make a difference every day.
When you join Seven Hills Foundation, you become part of a community that values professional growth, teamwork, compassion, and making a positive impact.
Bring your talents to a team where what you do truly matters. Join Seven Hills Foundation today!
Schedule: As needed by family.
The Respite worker provides families of children with special health care needs a relief from their responsibilities by providing one to one direct care for their child within or outside the home by implementing a safety and service plan. All duties will vary depending on the specific needs of each child. Parent/caretaker will provide all training specific to their child. Safety plan must be reviewed and implemented when necessary. Seven Hills has opportunities for direct care providers with many years of experience, as well as for college students, stay-at-home moms and dads, paraprofessionals, or teachers looking for a part time opportunity. Seven Hills is a growing nonprofit of 4,500 dedicated professionals that celebrate diversity and inclusion. We also provide the stability of being considered essential workers for those Ready to Work. We hope you consider joining our team today!
Benefits For Full-time Employees
- Health Insurance: Offered through Blue Cross Blue Shield, with generous company contribution.
- Enhanced Retirement Plan: 25% - 33% Employer match based on tenure.
- Student Loan Assistance: Consolidation, counseling, & limited employer contribution!
- Discounted Tuition with College & University Partnerships!
- Tuition Assistance: Reimbursed or prepaid college coursework!
- Home Mortgage Initiative: Favorable down payment (3-5%), reduced closing costs co-paid by Seven Hills!
- Generous Accrued Paid Vacation
- Vacation Cash-Out Option
- 3 Paid Personal Days
- 11 Paid Holidays
- Accrued Paid Sick Time
- Accrued Paid Sick Time
- Enhanced Retirement Plan: 25% - 33% Employer match (Minimum of 20 worked hours per week)
- Student Loan Assistance: Consolidation and free debt counseling!
- Personal PTO - (Minimum 20 hour regular part-time schedule - does not apply to per diem)
- Provide safe one to one care per the plan for children with special health care needs as directed by parents/caretakers. Exceptions made when providing respite to siblings who receive respite services.
- Provide socialization opportunities within home and/or outside of home when appropriate.
- Provide family with a relief from caring for their child with special health care needs.
- Perform all necessary self-care tasks as needed by the individual supported.
- Provide transportation to and from all social activities only as approved by parent/caretaker.
- Carry out specific tasks outlined in the respite safety and service plan.
- Provide required documentation to coordinator in a timely manner (timesheets and incident reports, if needed).
- ON CALL – as needed per approved hours and parent request.
- Contribute to the positive morale by representing the agency through professional communication and interactions
- Arrive punctually and participates in all required meetings and trainings.
- Drive people to destinations necessary for them to experience a full and diversified life, following all safety and legal regulations.
- Provide support to other areas of the agency, as needed.
- Respond effectively to potential safety hazards and emergencies.
- Maintain a clean, orderly and safe environment by being respectful of property and equipment. Follow proper maintenance instructions.
- Report incidents as required by regulations.
- Ensure workplace safety. Perform other duties as assigned.
At Seven Hills Foundation, your work has a purpose. You’ll join a mission-driven team dedicated to supporting children, adults, and families in building meaningful, fulfilling lives.
We believe in respect, inclusion, collaboration, and the power of every individual to reach their potential. Whether you’re providing direct care, supporting families, working in healthcare, education, administration, or leading a team, your contributions make a difference every day.
When you join Seven Hills Foundation, you become part of a community that values professional growth, teamwork, compassion, and making a positive impact.
Bring your talents to a team where what you do truly matters. Join Seven Hills Foundation today!
Salary : $19