Job Description

Position Summary:

ConnectWell Community Health is seeking a Respite Worker for 35 hrs/week (1.0 FTE) to work in our Adult Day Service & Respite Home Program. The position will rotate between different Day Service and Respite Programs which keeps the employee experience fresh and engaging. Schedule to include 2 Saturdays per month and 4 evenings per month. Lots of day shifts are included in this schedule. This position includes a comprehensive benefit package, including HOOPP.

Duties include providing direct care support to individuals with complex medical, physical and developmental needs as part of a team of support professionals.

Qualifications:

Diploma or Degree in one of the Social Sciences or Health related field or combined education & experience Attention to detail, ability to prioritize and time management skills Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication Substantial and proven experience in working with adults with special needs. As well as experience working within day program and respite/share care environments. Work independently as well as part of a multidisciplinary team Function as part of a support team for residential & Share Care respite programs Provide personal tasks as required for individuals being supported Implementation of individualized goals and objectives including medical & behavior protocols. Flexibility in completion of job-related tasks
For a complete job description, please visit our website at https://connectwell.ca/join-us/careers/

Reporting Relationship: The successful candidate will report to the Team Lead, Respite Day Programs.

HOW TO APPLY:

Qualified candidates are invited to submit a cover letter and resume detailing their qualifications and interest in the position. Application deadline is September 22, 2025. Please send to the attention of Nicole Dubuc-Cotton: ndubuc-cotton@connectwell.ca.

ConnectWell is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If at any stage in the selection process you require accommodation due to a disability, please contact Nicole Dubuc-Cotton to let us know how we can assist you.

ConnectWell Community Health is also committed to equity, diversity and inclusivity and we encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples, Indigenous peoples, racialized persons/persons of colour and those who identify as women, persons with disabilities and LGBTQ+ persons.

Although we appreciate all responses, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $44,730.00-$51,660.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Company pension Dental care Disability insurance Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off Vision care
Education:

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Experience:

Supporting individuals with disabilties: 2 years (required)
Language:

English (required)
Licence/Certification:

Class G Licence, No public transit available (required)
Work Location: In person