Direct Support Professional, Respite - Part Time at Child & Family Focus, Inc.

Collingdale, Pennsylvania, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Apr, 26

Salary

20.0

Posted On

19 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Compassion, Reliability, Childcare, Trauma-Informed Care, Empathy, Communication, Safety, Trustworthiness, Choice, Collaboration, Empowerment

Industry

Mental Health Care

Description

Our Respite Program provides temporary childcare for families raising a child with a mental health diagnosis. This is a part-time, fee-for-service, independent contractor position. Respite Services are delivered on an hourly basis in the family’s home. Hours vary from week to week based on the Respite Caregiver's availability and the assigned family's needs. We value our approved Respite Caregivers! Individuals approved to provide Respite Services will receive competitive, fee-for-service compensation, after-hours on call support, and may be eligible for yearly bonuses contingent upon performance, productivity, and family feedback. Child and Family Focus is looking for Respite Caregivers in Bucks, Chester and Delaware Counties who are: Compassionate Reliable Enjoy working with young people We encourage applicants with personal hygiene care experience, college students working towards a degree in social work or educational field and anyone that has an understanding and empathy of special health needs in children. Respite Caregivers will: Provide hourly relief for parents Provide care to children in their own homes Provide a fun and safe environment for the young person Use and implement the 5 core values of Trauma-Informed Care in all work practices - Safety, Trustworthiness, Choice, Collaboration, & Empowerment. Additional Information: This is a flexible, part-time job serving children $18-20 an hour based on experience This is an Independent Contractor position Clearances, Background Checks, Drug Screenings, and other documentation is required for approval Essential Requirements: 18 years of age or older Child and Family Focus is an equal opportunity and drug free employer. We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity, or genetics. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Responsibilities

Respite Caregivers provide hourly relief for parents and care for children in their own homes. They are responsible for creating a fun and safe environment while implementing Trauma-Informed Care principles.