Respite Provider
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LIGHTHOUSE YOUTH SERVICES INC
Cincinnati, OH, US
Summary
Provide temporary relief and support to caregivers of clients aged 0-21 with mental health diagnoses. Responsibilities include general supervision, personal care assistance, and implementing social and educational activities.
Job Description
Job DetailsJob Location: Clinical OBH - Cincinnati, OH 45206Salary Range: $15.00 - $22.75 HourlyRespite Provider
Lighthouse Youth & Family Services is seeking a Per Required Need (PRN) Respite Provider. This position provides a crucial role in providing temporary relief and support to individuals and families who are caring for individuals with challenging circumstances. The primary goal of the respite provider is to offer caregivers a break from their caregiving responsibilities while ensuring the well-being and safety of the individual they are caring for. This role operates in various settings including client homes, schools and community.
Starting pay rate from $15.00
Competitive pay based on education and experience.
Essential Functions:
Provide short-term, temporary relief to the caregiver of a client between the ages of birth and 21 and who has a mental health diagnosis.
Respite services may include general supervision of the client, meal preparation, and hands-on assistance with personal care that are incidental to the supervision of the client.
Plan and implement social, recreational, and educational activities and act as a positive role model.
Participate as a member of inter-disciplinary treatment team to implement strategies to assist and encourage process towards meeting goals.
Provide age-appropriate life skills building.
Build and maintain professional relationships with parents/guardians to encourage communication and parental support.
Complete progress notes and client documentation within specified timeframe.
Qualifications:
Be at least 21 years old.
Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
Trauma Informed, interpersonal skills, patience/tolerance, flexible/adaptable and problem-solving skills.
Valid Driver's License and Car to Travel
Preferred Education and Experience:
An understanding of, how to understand and engage a person with of mental illness, psychiatric symptoms and impact on functioning and behavior.
Concepts of recovery/resiliency
CPR/First Aid Certified
Why Work with Lighthouse Youth & Family Services:
Rewarding career - make a difference in the lives of youth!
Top Workplace 2023 (https://www.lys.org/lighthouse-youth-family-services-named-a-winner-in-enquirers-2023-top-workplaces-award/)
Work for a diverse, seasoned, and well-respected agency with engaged leadership team
Recovery Friendly Workplace
Starting pay rates ranging from $15.00
Department of Education’s Loan Forgiveness Program
Employee Assistance Program
Engaging Wellness Program
Referral Bonus Program
Casual dress
Join a winning organization with a great culture and work environment and have a rewarding career that impacts the lives of youth and families! Find all open positions at https://www.lys.org/lyfscareers/
Qualifications
At Lighthouse, the light is always on, and the door is always open for any young person looking for help. And that’s only the beginning.
Once inside, they receive the personalized care and unconditional support they need to thrive. At Lighthouse, a wide range of services is available so the young person can connect with what they need in one place.
Approximately 400 young people sleep safely under a Lighthouse roof each night. And each one has the entire Lighthouse team on their side, providing access to therapy, case management, life skills training, and much more.
Whatever the challenge, Lighthouse is ready to support each young person and their family on their unique journey.
Founded
1969
Company size
201-500 employees
Industry
Mental Health Care
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Cincinnati, OH
At Lighthouse, the light is always on, and the door is always open for any young person looking for help. And that’s only the beginning.
Once inside, they receive the personalized care and unconditional support they need to thrive. At Lighthouse, a wide range of services is available so the young person can connect with what they need in one place.
Approximately 400 young people sleep safely under a Lighthouse roof each night. And each one has the entire Lighthouse team on their side, providing access to therapy, case management, life skills training, and much more.
Whatever the challenge, Lighthouse is ready to support each young person and their family on their unique journey.
Founded
1969
Company size
201-500 employees
Industry
Mental Health Care
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Cincinnati, OH
