Respite Service Provider

Respite Service Provider APA International, Corp. Toledo, OH Job Details Contract $3,000 - $5,000 a month 1 day ago Benefits Flexible schedule Qualifications Teamwork Crisis management Patient care Care plans Patient observation Full Job Description

EXHIBIT A

Contractor Services

SCOPE OF SERVICES - RESPITE SERVICE PROVIDER

(RSP) The Contractor, in their capacity as a Respite Service Provider (RSP), shall provide planned or emergency short-term relief for primary caregivers. These services are designed to support the patient's behavioral stability while ensuring the caregiver's mental well-being, performed under the supervision of a licensed clinical supervisor for APA International and its managed entities: 1.

Direct Respite Support & Supervision Caregiver Relief:

Providing high-quality, temporary care to the patient to allow the primary caregiver(s) a necessary break for their own mental health and wellness.

Behavioral Maintenance:

Supporting the patient in maintaining the behavioral progress made in therapy and case management sessions during the respite period.

Routine Consistency:

Ensuring services (activities) is followed as outlined in the Individualized Treatment Plan (ITP). 2.

Supportive Interventions Skill Reinforcement:

Assisting the patient in practicing social, emotional, and coping skills previously identified by the therapy team.

Supervised Community Integration:

Engaging the patient in safe, age-appropriate community or home-based activities that promote positive social interaction.

De-escalation & Safety:

Monitoring the patient's behavioral health status and utilizing approved non-emergency de-escalation techniques if symptoms arise during the respite duration. 3.

Clinical Respite Services Short-Term Relief:

Providing planned or emergency short-term clinical supervision and support to patients to provide relief to primary caregivers.

Goal-Oriented Support:

Ensuring that during respite periods, the patient continues to engage in activities that align with their ITP goals.

Safety & Observation:

Maintaining a safe clinical environment and providing high-level observation of the patient's behavioral health status. 3.

Observation & Collaboration Symptom Monitoring:

Observing the patient's mood and behavior during the respite period and reporting any significant changes or concerns to the clinical team.

Individualized Treatment Plan Alignment:

Ensuring all activities performed during the respite stay align with the goals and objectives of the patient's current Individualized Treatment Plan.

Caregiver Hand-off:

Providing a brief verbal or written summary to the caregiver upon their return regarding the patient's behavior and any notable events. 4.

Documentation & Administration Respite Progress Notes:

Completing accurate and timely documentation for each respite encounter, ensuring compliance with Ohio Medicaid and OhioMHAS standards.

Incident Reporting:

Promptly documenting and reporting any unusual incidents, accidents, or behavioral crises that occur during the service period.

Team Communication:

Participating in multidisciplinary team meetings when necessary to provide feedback on the patient's functioning outside of formal clinical sessions. 5.

Compliance & Professionalism Competency:

Maintaining all required certifications, background checks, and training necessary to provide respite services under Ohio law.

Boundary Management:

Maintaining professional boundaries with the family, ensuring the service remains focused on the patient's care and the caregiver's relief.

Pay:

$3,000.00 - $5,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Flexible schedule

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Toledo, OH 43606