Respite Worker

Youth Advocate Programs•Lancaster, PA

About The Position

Respite Staff provide temporary relief and support to primary caregivers by offering compassionate, safe, and engaging care to individuals including children, adolescents, and adults with intellectual disabilities, behavioral and mental health diagnoses. This role ensures the well-being of participants while promoting a positive and respectful environment. Services are provided in home and in community settings to protect the health and welfare and to assist individuals in acquiring, maintaining, and improving self-help, domestic, socialization, and adaptive skills. Availability: Flexible Schedule; Non-Traditional Hours. Some evening and weekend may be required.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent (required); additional training in Human Services or healthcare is a plus through either paid or volunteering for one year working with children, adolescents, or adults with intellectual disabilities.
Associates degree or 60 complete college credits with experience working with children, adolescents, or adults with intellectual disabilities
Bachelor’s degree in psychology or related field. Or Bachelor’s degree in other major with one-year of paid experience.
Experience working with individuals with disabilities or behavioral challenges is preferred.
CPR/First Aid certification
Proficiency in computer skills; experience using an electronic health record (EHR) is a plus.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Requires reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and current auto insurance coverage. (must be able to provide an Auto Declaration document)