MENTAL HEALTH WORKER

Respite Staff Position

General Duties and Responsibilities Required of Respite Staff:

• Responsible for the well being and safety of children with SED diagnosis.
• Provide supervision of children and assistance with arts and crafts, reading, social skill building, and recreational play.
• Leads recreational activities that are developmentally appropriate.
• Initiates interventions to encourage appropriate behaviors as specified in the respite care plan and within agency guidelines.
• Provides the following as needed and approved: transporting/escorting children to activities, assisting with homework, and participating in service/treatment planning and case reviews.
• Interact positively with the children, dealing with difficult behaviors exhibited in ways that promote growth and wellbeing.
• Communicates effectively with family members, supervisors and with other staff members.
• Prepares written reports and documentation of interactions with children as well as needs and irregularities.
• Completes all required paperwork accurately and within the established timeframe.
• Meets with the Program Director on a regular basis, participates in mandatory trainings.
• Contributes to the professional reputation of the agency.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned.

Qualifications

Education, Certification, and Experience Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older and possess a high school diploma or certified GED.
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check under state regulations.
• Have reliable transportation to and from the respite center.

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