Respite Worker Training Course

SafeGuards has launched a new open-entry, self-paced online course designed to prepare individuals to work in respite support situations. Respite support, having someone temporarily fill in as care giver, allows primary care givers to rest and recharge their batteries.

Course Outline

Welcome and Introduction

• Module 1: The World of Respite Support: An Overview
• Module 2: People You Will Support
• Module 3: How to Support a Person in a Meaningful Life
• Module 4: Communication
• Module 5: Boundaries
• Module 6: Personal Care
• Module 7: Creating a Positive Environment
• Module 8: Confidentiality
• Module 9: Health and Safety
• Module 10: Abuse
• Module 11: Closure
• Module 12: Quiz and Summary

Summary Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Describe the role of a respite support provider
• Support a person in a “meaningful life”
• Deploy active listening skills for effective communication
• Define clear boundaries of what should and should not be expected of a respite support provider
• Create a positive environment to handle challenging respite support situations
• Implement good health and safety practices in respite support situations
• Recognize signs of abuse and know the proper procedures to follow in such cases
• Properly bring closure to a respite support relationship

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