Respite Support Worker – Children, Youth & Adults

Respite Edmonton | Edmonton & surrounding communities

$17.50–$23.00 per hour | Flexible, casual and part time opportunities

ABOUT THE ROLE

Make a meaningful difference for people with disabilities and the families and caregivers who support them. Respite Edmonton provides in-home and community support for children, youth and adults across Edmonton and surrounding communities.

We are recruiting reliable, compassionate support workers across our service areas:

- Children and youth: respite for children with disabilities, including FSCD-supported services, support with routines, community activities, sibling care and higher support needs.
- Adults: support for adults with developmental disabilities through approved PDD, Family Managed Services and private arrangements, including daily living, life skills, community access, companionship and personal care.
- Foster and kinship families: respite for children and youth in care, with consistent support, respectful communication and clear service records.

You do not need experience in every service area. Tell us which age groups, support needs and activities you are experienced and comfortable supporting. Assignments are matched to client needs, your skills, training and availability. Higher support needs and personal care duties depend on the individual support plan and appropriate training.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

- Provide dependable one-to-one support in home and community settings.
- Support daily routines, meals, transitions and practical life skills while encouraging choice and independence.
- Help clients participate in outings, recreation, social activities and appointments.
- Provide companionship and build respectful, supportive relationships.
- Assist with personal care where required by the assignment, respecting the individual’s dignity, comfort and preferences.
- Follow individual support plans and guidance, including strategies for developmental, behavioural and emotional support needs.




- Communicate clearly with families, caregivers and the team; maintain accurate shift notes and required service records.
- Provide caregivers with a dependable break while maintaining continuity of support.

Some shifts are active and social; others focus on quiet companionship, daily routines or more individualized support. Duties vary by client and assignment.

FLEXIBLE SCHEDULING

Casual and ongoing shifts may include after-school hours, evenings and weekends. Share your availability so we can identify suitable opportunities. More consistent hours may be available depending on client needs and availability.

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR

- Reliable, patient and respectful people who follow through on commitments.
- Strong communication skills, sound judgment and the ability to follow support plans.
- A calm, adaptable approach and respect for each person’s choices, privacy and dignity.
- Relevant experience supporting children, youth, adults with disabilities or people with daily living needs is valued. Experience is not required for every assignment; suitability depends on the support needs involved.
- Experience in disability support, respite, personal care, community support or foster/kinship settings is an asset. Please describe your relevant experience when applying.

REQUIREMENTS

- Criminal record check with vulnerable sector screening (can be completed upon offer).
- Clear Child Intervention Check (can be completed upon offer).
- First Aid & CPR Level C (can be completed upon offer).
- Valid Alberta Class 5 driver’s licence and reliable transportation preferred.




- $2 million Alberta auto insurance liability coverage if driving for the role.
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) certification is an asset.
- Ability to participate in the home and community activities required for your assigned role. Any physical assistance or personal care requirements will be discussed for the specific assignment.

WHAT WE OFFER

- Pay range of $17.50–$23.00 per hour, with a starting rate of $17.50/hour.
- Flexible scheduling, casual and part-time opportunities.
- A supportive team, training and ongoing guidance.
- Scheduling and communication tools.
- Meaningful work supporting individuals and families in your community.
- Casual dress, company events and a flexible schedule.

HOW TO APPLY

Please include your relevant experience, availability, preferred service area and the age groups and support needs you are comfortable working with. We review applications regularly and contact selected candidates for interviews.

Respite Edmonton

Flexible work. Positive connections. Real everyday impact.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Casual

Pay: $17.50-$23.00 per hour

Benefits:

- Casual dress
- Flexible schedule

Application question(s):

- Which groups are you experienced and comfortable supporting: children/youth, adults with developmental disabilities, or children/youth in foster or kinship care? Please describe relevant experience, including daily living, community access or personal care support.
- Do you have reliable transportation? If you are available for assignments involving driving clients, do you have a valid Alberta Class 5 licence and $2 million auto insurance liability coverage?

Experience:

- caregiving, respite or disability support: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- First Aid & CPR Level C (or willing to obtain) (required)
- Vulnerable Sector Check (or willing to obtain) (required)
- Driver's License (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Respite Support Worker – Children, Youth & Adults (Edmonton)
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