Job detail
Respite Worker
STRIDES TORONTO
UNKNOWN
Posted 4/24/2026
Location
Toronto, Ontario
Salary
CA$26 - CA$30 / HOUR
Core responsibilities
The respite worker provides direct supervision and support to children and youth with autism, focusing on mental health, life skills, and behaviour management. They collaborate with families and the urgent response services team to design and implement individualized respite plans while maintaining accurate client records.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold a cyw, dsw, or related diploma and possess at least one year of direct related experience. Proficiency in aba principles, asd, and an understanding of anti-Oppressive practices and social determinants of health are required.
professional certificateDocumentationCrisis interventionBehaviour managementSocial skills developmentDiversity and inclusionMental health supportLife skills developmentSafety planningCase planningAnti-oppressive practiceDual diagnosis knowledgeAutism spectrum disorder knowledgeDirect supervisionClient record management
Benefits
- Discounts
- Pension plan
- Sick days
- Vacation days
- Paid time off
- Hybrid work flexibility
- Group health benefits
- Employee perks
- Pregnancy/Parental leave top-up