• Per Diem Respite Worker

    Family and Children's Association (Mineola, NY)


    Per Diem Respite Worker

    The Opportunity

    The Respite Worker provides individual and group respite and rehabilitative services to children who are diagnosed with a mental health disorder. Services are provided in the child's home and/or community, are hands on, task-oriented and intended to help the child achieve their identified goals and objectives while allowing a temporary break for the child's caregiver.

    Responsibilities

    + Provide in-person on-site and off-site respite services to assist the child to develop and apply skills in natural settings.

    + Provide hands on and task-oriented activities based upon the child's needs.

    + Complete progress notes for each session and telephone calls.

    + Submit work by deadlines and in compliance with funding regulations and the agency's Compliance Plan.

    + Deliver and document services using a strength-based and family-driven approach.

    Qualifications

    Required:

    HS Diploma or equivalent

     

    Some experience working with children with special needs preferred

     

    Must demonstrate a knowledge of community resources.

     

    Valid New York State driver's license

     

    Ability to do home visitation

     

    Basic computer skills

    Preferred:

    Experience in children's mental health, addiction, foster care and/or a related human services field

     

    Schedule: Up to 19 hours per week, afternoon, evening, and weekend hours

     

    Salary: $20/hr

     

    All positions at FCA are filled without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, HIV/AIDS status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. All are encouraged to apply.

     

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