Peguis Child and Family Services Job Posting

Job Posting: Respite Worker

Competition Number: 2026-1022

Salary Range: $25.00 per hour (Flat Rate)

Location: Winnipeg, Lockport & Peguis

Position Type: Casual Independent Contractor

Date Posted: October 22, 2026

Closing Date: November 5, 2026

Position Overview

Peguis Child and Family Services is seeking caring, reliable, and dedicated Respite Workers to provide care and supervision to children and youth in Emergency Placement Resource Homes.

The Agency responds to emergency child placements 24 hours a day, 7 days a week . Respite Workers are needed for day, evening, and overnight shifts, with schedules developed monthly based on the needs of the Emergency Placement Resource Homes. Applicants should have flexible availability and be willing to work a variety of shifts as scheduled.

Respite Workers work under the direction of the Specialized Foster Parent to provide consistent care, supervision, and support to children and youth, including those with complex behavioural and high-risk needs.

Available Shifts:

- Day: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
- Evening: 4:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m.
- Overnight: 12:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m.

Responsibilities

- Be a positive role model by showing kindness, patience, and respect.
- Keep children and youth secure through active supervision and respond calmly during emergencies or challenging situations.
- Provide a safe, welcoming, and supportive environment that meets each child’s needs.
- Help children with daily activities, including personal hygiene, meals, and household routines.




- Complete household duties such as cleaning, cooking, laundry, and shopping.
- Give prescribed medications as directed by the Specialized Foster Parent and record them accurately.
- Transport and accompany children to appointments, school, and recreational or cultural activities as required.
- Keep accurate daily logs and incident reports in accordance with Agency policies and procedures.

Qualifications

- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Experience working with children and/or youth.
- Valid First Aid/CPR (or willingness to obtain).
- Valid driver's license and reliable insured vehicle ($2 million liability).
- Ability to work the required shifts.
- Satisfactory criminal record check (vulnerable sector), child abuse registry, adult abuse registry, drug screening, and prior contact checks

How to Apply

Send cover letter, resume, and three (3) references to:

Email: [email protected]
Fax: View phone number on jobs.amik.ca
Phone: View phone number on jobs.amik.ca

When submitting your application by email, please use Respite Worker Application as the subject line.

All applicants will be required to undergo satisfactory pre-contractor checks, including drug screening, criminal record check, child and adult abuse registry checks, and prior contact check. Please cite the competition number and position in the subject line when submitting by email. We thank all who apply, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. First Nation applicants are encouraged to self-identify as being of First Nations descent.

📌 Respite Worker(s) (Winnipeg)
🏢 Peguis Child & Family Services
📍 Winnipeg