Respite Support Staff

The Salvation Army Canada and Bermuda

London, ON, CA
Base: $23.10 to $28.88; bonus/equity: not specifie...
Support children with autism spectrum disorder
Current non-violent crisis intervention certification
Current first aid & cpr certification
The position involves providing recreation and leisure opportunities while ensuring the physical, emotional, and behavioral needs of children and youth with ASD are met

Job Summary

  • The position involves providing recreation and leisure opportunities while ensuring the physical, emotional, and behavioral needs of children and youth with ASD are met.
  • Candidates must hold a diploma in Developmental Service Work or Child and Youth Work along with at least one year of direct care experience.
  • This is a temporary full-time role running from June 29 to August 7, 2026, with a salary range of $23.10 to $28.88 per hour.

Matching Summary

The position involves providing recreation and leisure opportunities while ensuring the physical, emotional, and behavioral needs of children and youth with ASD are met.

Salary

Base: $23.10 to $28.88; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Support children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
  • Current Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Certification
  • Current First Aid & CPR Certification
  • Transport participants in program vehicles
  • Lift and move up to 50lbs
  • Complete incident reports and logbooks

Nice-to-have

  • Fluent French verbal and written communication skills
  • Valid Ontario Class G or G2 Driver's License
  • Safeguards Autism Spectrum Disorder training
  • Experience supporting people with developmental disabilities
  • Strong interpersonal and listening skills

Key Requirements

  • Two years Community College education in related field
  • Minimum one year prior direct care experience
  • Valid Ontario Class G or G2 Driver's License preferred
  • Background check with Vulnerable Sector Screening required
  • Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Certification current
  • First Aid & CPR Certification current

Work Rights

Not specified

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