Posted 21 days ago
Independent Support Worker
@ Respite Now
Terrace Bay, Ontario
Overview
Respite Now is hiring Independent Support Workers to provide social, recreational and personal support to children, adults and seniors with a disability or chronic health condition. Work is in the family home or the community, with the schedule and duties agreed directly with each family.
Responsibilities:
- Help with daily tasks for people with a disability or chronic illness
- Provide encouragement and companionship
- Support recreational and community activities
- Give family caregivers a break from caregiving
Requirements summary:
- Experience or education supporting people with disabilities or chronic illness
- Knowledge of local community resources and programs
- Clear Vulnerable Sector Check
- Standard First Aid and CPR considered a strong asset
- Reliable vehicle considered an asset
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Source and dates
Source type not verified · ontario-employment
- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-21
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-11
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-11
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Social & community services |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Home, Client sites |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer low |
| Licences & certifications | Standard First Aid, CPR |
| Background checks | vulnerable sector |
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Role Description
Independent Support Workers provide vital social, recreational, and personal support to children, adults, and seniors living with a disability or chronic health condition. This support gives family caregivers a much-needed break from their caregiving duties and can be provided in the family home or out in the community. Respite looks different for every family. Your responsibilities may include helping with daily tasks, providing encouragement, or simply being a steady source of companionship. At its heart, this role empowers individuals to live life their own way through compassionate, respectful, and professional care.
What does it mean to be an Independent Support Worker?
Respite NOW maintains a database of pre-screened Independent Support Workers to match with local families.
Please note: You will work directly with the families, not as an employee of Respite NOW. As an independent contractor or an employee of the family, you and the family will collaborate directly to decide your schedule, payment details, and specific daily responsibilities.
Qualifications & Assets
• Experience and/or education supporting individuals with a disability or chronic health condition.
• A good working knowledge of local community resources and programming.
• A clear Vulnerable Sector Check.
• Standard First Aid + CPR certification is considered a strong asset.
• Access to a reliable vehicle is considered an asset.
• Self-motivated, committed to inclusion, and passionate about making a positive impact.
The Onboarding Process
Successful applicants will be granted an interview and must be prepared to:
1. Provide three work and/or volunteer-related references.
2. Consent to and provide a clear Vulnerable Sector Check.
3. Attend a Respite NOW Independent Support Worker Information Session.
How to Apply
Ready to make a meaningful difference in your community? Submit your resume and a brief cover letter to [email protected].
Questions? To learn more, reach out to Respite NOW Coordinator, Sydney Graham, at [email protected] or 807-633-0855.
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