Respite Buddy — Flexible Childcare

Job overview

The Respite Buddy role is in-home and onsite with families throughout the San Diego, CA area; part-time and full-time opportunities are available, with flexible scheduling. Pay is $18–$21.50 per hour, plus $2 per hour for each additional sibling in care. Jovie matches caregivers with local families seeking respite support for children with support needs. The caregiver provides safe, engaging care, supports routines, communicates with parents, and builds relationships with families. The role gives families support while helping children participate in structured, enjoyable activities.

What you'll do

• Provide safe, engaging in-home care for children with support needs
• plan crafts, games, reading, imaginative play, and outdoor activities
• support daily routines and a positive, structured environment
• communicate with parents about each child’s day and needs
• build relationships with local families
• participate in active indoor and outdoor play.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

respite buddy

jovie

san diego ca

in-home childcare

respite care

children with support needs

flexible scheduling

part-time and full-time opportunities

$18–$21.50 per hour

sibling pay

paid orientation

cpr and first aid training

trustline registration

local family assignments

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Paid orientation and ongoing professional development
• employer-sponsored CPR, First Aid, and California Trustline registration
• direct deposit and W-2 employment. Eligible full-time team members may receive PTO, paid holidays, healthcare stipends, and retirement savings matching.

Why this role

Assignments may include daytime, evening, and weekend opportunities and may involve different families depending on needs and availability. Paid orientation and ongoing development are provided; eligible full-time team members may receive additional benefits.

About the employer

Jovie of CA, WA, and MN is hiring for this role. Industry: Other Individual and Family Services. Sector: 62.