Male-Respite Care Partner

Job description

Description

Caregiver Relief Services at Parc Center for Disabilities

Community & Family Home Based | Part-Time | Non-Exempt

Serving Families Throughout Pinellas County

To best meet the needs of the individuals receiving services, we are seeking a Male Respite Care Partner to provide compassionate care, supervision, and community-based support to our male youth participants.

Make a Difference Where It Matters Most

At Parc Center for Disabilities, we support children with developmental delays and disabilities—and the families who care for them. Through our nationally recognized Caregiver Relief Services program, we provide compassionate in-home respite so caregivers can take a break knowing their child is safe, supported, and engaged. This part-time position offers flexible scheduling, meaningful work, and the opportunity to make a real impact in your community.

Under the supervision of the Caregiver Relief Services Manager, the Caregiver Relief Respite Care Partner provides support to children with developmental delays, disabilities, and trauma-related needs in home and community settings. This role is ideal for dependable, compassionate individuals who enjoy mentoring youth, building positive relationships, and providing safe, engaging, and individualized care. Family Care Partners are thoughtfully matched with families based on their skills, experience, and geographic location to help ensure the best possible fit and continuity of care for both the child and caregiver.

What You’ll Do

Provide short-term, one-on-one care to individuals with disabilities in their home or community

Enjoy flexible scheduling that fits your availability

Follow individualized care plans to provide safe, consistent, and engaging support

Assist with daily activities including supervision, meal preparation, personal care, and recreational outings

Encourage independence, confidence, and positive social interaction

Ensure the safety and well-being of individuals during scheduled visits

Communicate professionally with families and program staff regarding needs or concerns

Complete required documentation and accurately track service hours

Maintain confidentiality and follow all agency policies and procedures

Requirements

We’re Looking For

Compassionate, dependable male role models who enjoy working with children and young adults with disabilities

Strong communication and professionalism

Ability to work independently in home and community settings

Flexible availability, including evenings or weekends preferred

Experience in childcare, healthcare, education, or disability support preferred but not required

Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation preferred

Schedule & Compensation

Part-time, flexible hours

Primarily evenings and weekends

Must work at least one weekend day per month

Minimum of 10 hours worked per month

Physical Requirements

Ability to observe, see, hear, and respond to children’s needs, emergencies, and conflicts

Ability to lift at least 45 pounds from floor to waist height

Ability to reach a child 20–30 feet away within 30 seconds

Ability to crouch, sit on the floor, maintain eye contact at a child’s level, and transition quickly between positions

Physical, visual, and auditory awareness of children’s cognitive, social, and physical needs

Additional Requirements

Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing

Ability to pass required background screening

Compliance with Drug-Free Workplace standards

This position requires screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. Learn more at

Parc Center for Disabilities is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recruit, hire, train, compensate, and promote individuals based on qualifications, merit, and organizational needs, and make all other employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

In alignment with our mission, we are fully committed to an accessible recruitment process. If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply or interview, please contact Human Resources at or . All requests are handled confidentially.

Parc is a Drug-Free Workplace. Employment is contingent on successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening and a Level II background check, as required by Florida law for positions serving vulnerable individuals.

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Worksite address

saint petersburg, FL, 33739, US

Who can apply

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