Respite Care Provider at Northwest Iowa Mental Health Center

Sheldon, Iowa, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Jul, 26

Salary

19.5

Posted On

16 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Social work, Human services, Behavioral health, Child care, Respite care, First aid, CPR, Case management

Industry

Mental Health Care

Description

Description Seasons Center Mission statement: Guiding Individuals and Families towards a meaningful and fulfilling life Why Choose Seasons? Great Benefits Flexibility Ongoing Training Opportunities Family Focused and Promotes Self-Care About the Job We’re currently seeking a full-time Respite Care Provider. The Respite Care Provider is responsible for planning, coordination, and provision of temporary, therapeutic respite care in 1:1 or group settings to provide parents and guardians a break from caregiving, and providing children with a safe, therapeutic environment. This position requires flexibility of some daytime hours in addition to evening and weekend availability. Respite services are provided in office and/or community-based settings, and typically take place in the evenings, on weekends, and/or on days when school is not in session. This position could be based in Spencer, IA, Spirit Lake, IA, or Sheldon, IA. Salary Range $18.50 - $19.50 per hour (Commensurate with experience) Requirements An Associates degree in social work, human services, or a related field is required At least 1 year of experience working directly with individuals with behavioral health concerns is required At least 1 year of experience working with children is required Must be willing and able to submit health history record forms This position requires regular travel, so a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation is required A current First Aid/CPR certification or willingness to obtain one is required A Bachelor’s degree in social work, human services, or a related field is preferred but not required Questions About the Job? For more information, please visit us as www.seasonscenter.org or contact Laura at 712-363-3172. See a full list of benefits available to all eligible employees are available at the bottom of the careers tab at www.seasonscenter.org. Seasons Center for Behavioral Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Seasons does not discriminate on the basis of race/color/religion/sex/national origin/veteran/disability/age/sexual orientation/gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law. Seasons Center for Behavioral Health is nationally accredited through COA Accreditation. COA Accreditation means that Seasons Center’s programs, services, administration, and management have been rigorously evaluated and meet best practice standards.

Responsibilities

The Respite Care Provider plans and coordinates temporary, therapeutic respite care in 1:1 or group settings. They provide a safe, therapeutic environment for children while offering parents and guardians a break from caregiving duties.