Respite Care Provider
About The Position
Seasons is a comprehensive behavioral health center offering a broad range of psychiatric and behavioral health services to communities in the Northwest Iowa region. 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 or Spirit Lake, IA.
Requirements
- A Bachelor’s 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
Responsibilities
- planning
- coordination
- provision of temporary, therapeutic respite care in 1:1 or group settings
- providing parents and guardians a break from caregiving
- providing children with a safe, therapeutic environment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
