Family Support Respite Provider

Job Description

Job Description

A Spanish version of this position is available upon request
La version de esta posicion esta disponible en Español si es requerida

BHSN, one of the fastest growing organizations providing whole person care in the region, is in search of passionate individuals to join our rapidly growing team!

Your role at BHSN:

As a Family Support Respite Provider at BHSN, you will assist school aged children who are diagnosed with a social, emotional, behavioral, mental health, or developmental disability by taking them out of the home to engage in community or other various activities and to provide each child opportunities to develop social skills and experience success while having fun.

Work Schedule: this position will have flexible hours within Monday-Friday, 3pm to 7pm typically but will vary depending upon client need. This role is projected work less than 15 hours per week but may vary based on client needs.

• Generous benefits, including personalized health coverage, paid time off, and holiday pay
• Working within our community, making a real impact, working alongside passionate colleagues
• Education reimbursement for specific program opportunities
• Accessible leadership team, coaching for your growth, and ample training opportunities
• With BHSN University, we provide our team members with continuous learning, mentorship, and internal education opportunities to encourage our team to continue discovering and innovating
• As a rapidly growing organization, there are endless opportunities to grow within the organization
• Community discounts, loan forgiveness & more

What your day might look like:

• Provides direct supervision of child to relieve the stress of parents;
• Facilitates engagement in meaningful play;
• Participates in the writing and timely completion of any required documentation in accordance with state/federal regulations and agency policies and procedures;
• Is willing to work flexible hours corresponding to the needs of the program (typically after school);
• Additional duties as assigned.

Your skills and qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED;
• CPR/First Aid is required (training provided, if necessary)
• Valid NYS driver’s license and a driving record that is acceptable to BHSN’s insurance carrier;
• Possession of a vehicle deemed safe to transport children with current registration, inspection, and insurance; and willingness to use own vehicle.

EEO Statement: BHSN is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and supports Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in its hiring and employment practices so that every team member can feel like they belong and be their authentic self to thrive in their personal and professional lives. In order to do that, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race (including traits historically associated with race, including but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital status, arrest record or status as a victim of domestic violence, familial status, gender/gender expression, reproductive health decisions , citizenship or immigration status or any other factor prohibited by law.