Child and Family Respite Provider

Child and Family Respite Provider Prasada In Home - 4.7 Rockaway, NJ Job Details Part-time | Contract $20.50 - $21.50 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Flexible schedule Qualifications Working with individuals with developmental disabilities Childcare Working with children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) Working with individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders Caregiving Working with individuals with cognitive disabilities Working with individuals with autism CPR Developmental disability care assistance High school diploma or GED Driver's License Working with children Working with children with disabilities Disability services Behavioral health Full Job Description Prasada In Home is looking for Direct Support Professionals to provide Child and Family Respite Care. Prasada Center for Wellbeing offers therapeutic counseling, coaching and health care services in the homes and communities of Northern New Jersey families, the ideal environment to promote healing, growth and support for emotional well-being. It offers services within two healthcare segments; children and family services providing mental and behavioral health counseling and coaching. In addition Prasada offers therapies and supports for children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Prasada is looking for those who will share our vision to become an industry leader in enhancing and promoting change and functionality in the lives of the individuals Prasada serves. We believe our team are promoters of change, healing and support so individuals can achieve greater outcomes. Not only does Prasada want to promote change in others, we also want to promote your achievements.

DIRECT SUPPORT/RESPITE PROVIDER JOB DESCRIPTION

Prasada is in immediate need of individuals to provide Respite for families with a child with autism or developmental disabilities in their home or primary community. We are looking for providers throughout Northern New Jersey. Free training and certification to become a Direct Support Professional is provided through the College of Direct Support. This job is a great opportunity for those pursuing careers in social work, counseling, special education or behavior analysis. Your rate of pay increases with the number of families you are willing to work with.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide supervision and activity for a child in their home or community. Assist with daily living tasks, including preparing meals and assisting with personal hygiene. Bring individual into the community. Complete individual and respite plans with family to determine needs and goals of services. Use of Electronic Visit Verification apps. Complete detailed timesheets. Complete progress notes for each visit. Afternoon, evening, and/or weekend availability

DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

Must be 18 years or older Must have a high school diploma or GED. At least one year experience working with children with special needs or autism Need reliable transportation Experience caring for children with intellectual and developmental disabilities Excellent Verbal and Communication Skills Bi-lingual a plus.

LOCATION

This is an home based position, however you will be working with the family in their home, and be required to meet periodically with the Prasada's interdisciplinary team for meetings. Prasada Center for Wellbeing serves the Northern New Jersey area. Prasada In Home supports workforce diversity. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and believe in treating each employee and applicant for employment fairly and with dignity. We will provide employment opportunities without regard to race, religion, color, creed, national origin, gender, orientation, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, veterans' status or any other classification protected by employment discrimination laws. When necessary, Prasada also makes reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities in accordance with individual needs, business realities and applicable laws.

Job Types:

Part-time up to 21 hours a week, contract

Job Types:

Part-time, Contract Pay:

$20.50 - $21.50 per hour

Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

Caregiving:

1 year (Preferred) Working with people with autism: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Required)

Work Location:

In person