Respite - Independent Contractor (Tfc)

CarePros is one of Edmonton's leading agencies providing Trauma-Informed Therapeutic Foster Care Placements to children and youth. We focus on cultural connection, family reunification and the transition of complex youth with disabilities into adulthood.

We are currently looking for Part-Time Respite Independent Contractors within Edmonton and surrounding areas, to provide foster care in their homes for children and youth with complex needs.

Respite Independent Contractors provide Part Time support for CarePros Full-Time Therapeutic Foster Caregivers - Independent Contractors. Independent Contractors hold a pivotal role in providing structured care within their home and guiding family reunification for the children and youth.

A day in the life of an Independent Contractor - Care Family:

• Provide input and support with child or youth assessment
• Daily review/documentation (written reports outlining assessment progress and regular observational notes, daily logs and/or reports)
• Regular consultation and collaboration with supervisor and case team
• Create, design, and support age-appropriate daily activities
• Initiate, organize, monitors, and actively participate in group activities (special outings, concerts, sports, dances, party games, crafts, camping, music, etc.) as part of treatment plan
• Teach, support, and assist child or youth in acquiring appropriate skills relating to daily chores, routines, and personal hygiene
• Advocate and actively build a therapeutic relationship with youth (and family) through interactive play, activities, and personal interaction
• Maximizing participation/inclusion at home and in the community
• Modelling socially appropriate behaviours
• Provide opportunities for youth to focus on developing new skills based on their needs
• Support youth through crisis utilizing Therapeutic Crisis Interventions (TCI)
• Maintain therapeutic approach to behaviour support and explain behavioural expectations, outcomes, and impacts to youth

What you bring to the team!

• Must be proficient in the English language, with the ability to comprehend instructions and communicate in a clear and logical manner
• An abundance of love to give and an overwhelming compassion to impact a child's life forever
• Licensed to provide foster care for a child or youth in Alberta
• Willing to provide foster care for a child/youth inside your own home between the ages of 0 - 17 years old
• Knowledge of mental wellness practices and the processes/procedures involved in providing effective home care
• Build and maintain cooperative and constructive relationships by recognizing and understanding emotions and handling situations with empathy
• Experience providing direct care to youth with developmental disabilities and/or mental health concerns
• Experience with complex children and youth with behavioural needs and significant trauma
• Knowledge of Non-Violent Crisis Intervention de-escalation techniques
• Indigenous families are encouraged to apply

Minimum Base Level Requirements:

• Every caregiver must maintain physical wellness and mental health awareness to offer and take part in the child and youths care plan daily exercise routine
• High capacity for managing stressful situations
• All persons 18 years and older living in the home must provide:
  • Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Check obtained within the last 6 months
  • Intervention Record Check obtained from Children Services within the last 6 months
  • Valid Alberta Class 5 Driver's License
  • Alberta 10-year Driver's Abstract (10 years driving experience is not required)
  • Valid Standard First Aid with CPR Level C + AED (two day in person training completed)
• Your own reliable four door vehicle to transport clients in
• Adequate level of home insurance
• You are financially stable, over the age of 21, and legally authorized to work in Canada
• You are not providing any other services (forms of care) for other agencies
• Able to provide child or youth with a safe, comfortable, and suitably furnished bedroom within your home
• Alberta auto insurance with $2 Million Liability coverage
• Alberta Residential or tenants' insurance with $1 Million Liability coverage

CarePros Offers You:

• Non-taxable income
• Two (2) Respite days per month
• $25.00 per day "Retainer Fee" (payable when you are licensed and waiting for placement)
• Innovative technology to assist in your daily routine of providing care
• Mobile App. or desktop excessive platforms/applications
• Cornell University Therapeutic Crisis Intervention Training (Certification upon completion)
• Additional Industry leading training
• A dynamic, collaborative, and diverse organization where your voice is heard while you make a positive impact in the lives of children and youth

CarePros is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's fastest growing companies and a champion of diversity:

• 2023 The Globe and Mail Canada's Top Growing Companies
• 2022 New Innovators List - People Leader (Diversity, Equity & Inclusion)
• 2021 #29 on The Globe and Mail Canada's Top Growing Companies
• 2021 Canada's Safest Employer Awards
• 2020 Diversity Award of Distinction from Alberta Chambers of Commerce

Join our Therapeutic Foster Care Family - Independent Contractor (TFC) Team!

If you're passionate about making a difference, apply now to join us in transforming lives.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to empower young lives. Apply now and embark on a rewarding journey with us!

We thank all applicants for applying; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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