Special Needs Respite Caregiver Del Mar
In-Home Respite Caregiver for Children (Hiring for Multiple Spots)
Shifts/Schedule will vary, depending on each family's needs/ Can be weekdays, evenings, or weekends; We schedule based on match between your availability and family needs. NOTE: Most families live in Mira Mesa, Poway, Rancho Penasquitos, etc. You must be able and willing to drive to these locations. Some families live downtown. Although we cover whole San Diego and might have more clients all over San Diego.
Major Responsibilities:
Provide excellent care and support to children with special needs (e.g. autism spectrum disorder, Down syndrome), in their homes
Interact and communicate with office staff and parents in a professional manner
Practice a can-do, results matter attitude in line with the College Nannies + Sitters core values
Engaging in playtime and fun home learning activities
Participate in required ongoing training and development activities and events
Pay close attention to details/follow instructions
Use technology (mobile app) to maintain an always accurate schedule and enter timesheets
Qualifications:
Minimum of 1 year of child-related experience (youth groups, camp counselor, after school aid, babysitter, nanny, teacher, classroom aid, or similar)
Previous experience with special needs a PLUS (but not required)
Current Infant/Child CPR and First Aid certification a PLUS
High School diploma or equivalent
Reliable, punctual, patient, kind, and a great communicator
Access to a reliable car for commuting to families' homes
Able and willing to undergo a background check
Eligible to work in the US
Able to lift 15-30lbs