Direct Respite Provider Application

Responsibilities:

• Provide support according to the unique needs of the individual
• Provide respite/support services as requested by the individual and/or caregiver
• Maintain respect and confidentiality at all times
• Promote choice and decision making according to the needs and preferences of the individual and caregiver
• Facilitate inclusion through community involvement
• Develop knowledge of community resources to develop enjoyable activities for the individual
• Lifting or operating necessary equipment as required (training to be provided by the family)
• Report any serious occurrence to the caregiver
• Report abuse to Children's Aid Society (CAS) or Police (if adult or senior)
• Maintain a positive attitude with individuals and their caregivers
• Maintain communication with the Direct Funding Coordinator.

Requirements:

• Ability and willingness to work with persons with disabilities
• Effective communication skills with both verbal and non-verbal populations
• Commitment to providing quality life experiences in home and in the community
• Experience providing care and support to persons with disabilities is an asset
• First Aid and CPR is an asset

Contracts:

• Variable hours (days, evenings, weekends, overnights, relief, summer)
• Part-time (possibility of additional hours)

How to Become a Direct Respite Provider:

• Submit your resume and complete an application form (see below)
• Interview (set up by a Direct Funding Coordinator)
• Provide two work related references
• Consent to and provide a clear Criminal Record Check
• Attend a respite provider Orientation

• To complete the Worker Application online please use:
  Online Respite Provider Application
   
• If you would prefer to submit the forms by mail or Fax, please print the following forms: Respite Provider Application - Printer Friendly Form
  Referral Agreement - Printer Friendly Form
  NOTE:  Your resume must accompany your  Application
  
  Mail to:
  respiteservices.com Thunder Bay
  #210-1703 E. Victoria Avenue
  Thunder Bay, ON P7C 1C8
  FAX Number - (807) 623-6413
  
  Your Direct Respite Provider Application and resume will be reviewed by a Direct Funding Coordinator.  Suitable applicants will be contacted for an interview.
       

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