Respite Aide in Rochester, New York at Holy Childhood, Inc.

JOB TITLE: Respite Aide
REPORTS TO: Respite Coordinator
HOURS/STATUS: Part-Time/Non-Exempt
PAY RANGE: $18.34

JOB SUMMARY: The Respite Aide will assist with Respite activities held during after school programming.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Become familiar with ways/strategies required for each program participant.
• Assist with program materials as requested
• Implement behavior strategies as directed by the Respite Coordinator
• Participates in aquatics activities when requested
• Work as a member of a team
• Attend staff and in-service meetings as appropriate
• Follow and carry out the responsibilities identified by the Respite Coordinator
• Share input and suggestions with the Respite Coordinator regarding program participant performance and needs
• Demonstrate sensitivity to and respect for the diverse cultural backgrounds and practices of the students. Staff, and families of Holy Childhood
• Other duties may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Candidates for this position will have: the ability to demonstrate and provide examples of continuous personal development and improvement; a student focused attitude; excellent communication skills (verbal and written); Problem solving skills, strong organizational skills and the ability to effectively manage multiple tasks/projects. Must be able to lift, push, and pull 50lbs

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
High School diploma required. College experience and experience working with children with developmental disabilities is preferred.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Rochester School of the Holy Childhood, Inc., does not discriminate against any person on the basis of an individual's actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, religious practice, national origin, ethnic background, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation (the term "sexual orientation" means heterosexuality, homosexuality, bisexuality, or asexuality), political affiliation, age, marital status, military status, veteran status, disability, domestic violence victim status, arrest or conviction record, genetic information, health condition, or any other basis prohibited by New York state and/or federal non-discrimination laws in its programs and activities.