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 safe 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:
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.