Essential Job Functions: The Respite provider offers short-term relief to primary
caregivers of individuals with intellectual, developmental, or physical disabilities while
embracing the agency’s mission and vision. The Respite Provider will ensure the needs
of the individual are met in an inclusive setting while fostering independence and
community integration. Job duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Support each individual in activities that promote health, safety, socialization,
and community involvement;
• Encourage each individual to discover their best life in context of their
community, if applicable;
• Develop opportunities to include each individual in the community to the fullest
extent possible;
• Provide direct support, positive direction and assistance to each individual as
outlined in each individual’s Person Centered Individual Support Plan (PCISP),
risk plans and in cooperation with the individual’s team;
• Ensure health and safety by following all health, safety and emergency
procedures while encouraging individuals to do the same;
• Assist an individual with personal care, when necessary;
• Assess and instruct each individual in the performance of tasks such as, but not
limited to, independent living skills, grooming and personal hygiene, and meal
preparation, serving and cleanup;
• Ensure each individual exercises rights and rights are not restricted without due
process;
• Ensure each individual is treated with dignity and respect;
• Complete all applicable documentation;
• Provide transportation, as necessary, to individuals supported by the agency;
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• Work in various locations (if necessary);
• Flexible scheduling is required. Availability during evenings, weekends, and
holidays may be needed.
• Complete other duties as assigned.
Special Considerations for Respite providers (Communication while working remotely is
key to the success in the position.):
• Utilizes the EVV system to start service and end service.
• Submits Respite documentation by the end of your shift via Microsoft Teams.
• Notifies program managers or CEO of incident reports or other significant
issues.
Reports to the PAC Manager.
Qualifications: Must be 18 years of age and meet the physical demands, and other competencies as further
outlined in this job description.
Certificates, Licenses or Registrations: As applicable, must possess a valid driver's license and good driving
record as defined by the agency’s policies. Must have access to a vehicle in sound operating condition and
proof of current auto insurance. Must have clear background checks and certifications as defined by
regulations and policies. Must be CPR, first aid, and AED certified. Must pass, obtain, and maintain the Home
& Community Support Professional Certificate through the Indiana Family & Social Services Administration.
Must complete and pass any trainings as specified by the agency.
Physical Demands: Ability to do daily standing, bending, and lifting, to sit for long periods of time and to
secure wheelchairs in accessible vehicles.
