Respite Care Specialist

We are proud to be a Cleveland Plain Dealer Top Workplace 6 years in a row: 2020-2025! We Have a Dynamic and Inclusive Culture!Do you have experience working with youth in a community-based environment? If so, Beech Brook is currently hiring a PRN Respite Care Specialist. This position serves short-term therapeutic relief to youth who are enrolled in the OhioRise plan. The program’s goal is to improve child and family outcomes and reduce healthcare costs. The youth will be under the age of 21 who has Serious Emotional Disturbance (SED) to prevent an inpatient or out of home stay. Respite services may include general supervision of the child, meal preparation and hands-on assistance with personal care. Different activities include, supporting the child in the home or in the community while providing respite activities to support the youth. The Respite Care Specialist will complete a progress note for each interaction and work no more than 24 hours per week. Work hours are primarily evenings and weekends when youth are not in school. Regular hours are not guaranteed.EDUCATIONGED/High School Diploma, or higherEssential FunctionsAbility to work with diverse populations with complex needs impacted by povertySchedule respite sessions with the family with youth in their home or communityProvide transportation for the youth to the selected community activitiesFollow agency protocols and meet documentation requirements of respite sessions in a sound and timely manner. Knowledgeable of agency’s preferred methods of treatment, approved /prohibited activitiesIdentify client strengthsUse effective methods to establish and maintain parent communicationFlexible and adaptable in order to meet the needs of the youth based on the family and youth’s availabilityDemonstrate cultural competencyCommunicate effectively verbally and in written format, including relationship building skillsUtilize computer as appropriate for documentation/reporting Follow safety protocolsTravel to various locations as neededOther duties as assignedMinimum Job QualificationsExcellent communication and relationship building skillsStrong organizational and time management skillsAbility to work independently and cooperatively as a teamAccess to a computer and comfortable using Word, Excel, OutlookMust have a valid Ohio driver’s license with no more than 5 pointsAble to provide own reliable transportationOther Locations:Summit StarkGeaugaPortageBeech Brook is an equal opportunity employer and a place where people are proud to work. As a “Trauma Informed Care” organization, we value our employees with appreciation for the impact of trauma and its relevance to our clients and staff. We employ the best people where staff feel valued, empowered, connected, inspired and part of something meaningful. We inspire creativity, passion, optimism, and fun!