Behavioral Health Respite Provider

Integrated Services for Behavioral Health; Nelsonville (OH); On-site; USD 26,174 - 30,665; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Short-term Disability

Long-term Disability

401(k) with Employer Match

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

A community behavioral health organization is seeking a Behavioral Health Respite Provider in southeastern Ohio. This role includes providing short-term relief for caregivers and delivering respite services while ensuring youth have access to support and engagement in activities. Candidates should have a high school diploma (preferably an associate's or bachelor's in a related field) and experience working with youth. The position requires flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as well as effective communication and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience working with youth or families is preferred.
• Ability to provide trauma-informed support to youth with complex needs.
• Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Provide temporary relief to caregivers of youth in the OhioRISE program.
• Deliver behavioral health respite services in home/community settings.
• Engage youth in developmentally appropriate activities.

Skills

Compassionate support

Effective communication

Teamwork skills

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in human services

Job description

6 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

We are seeking a Behavioral Health Respite Provider!

Athens County, OH

Integrated Services for Behavioral Health (ISBH) is a community‑minded, forward‑thinking behavioral health organization helping people along the road to health and well‑being. We meet people in their homes and communities and help connect them to needed resources. We serve southeastern and central Ohio with a comprehensive array of behavioral health and other services, working with local partners to promote healthy people and strong communities. Our services are intended to be collaborative and personalized for the individual.

The pay range for this position is $19.00 – $22.26 per hour based on experience, education, and/or licensure.

Essential Functions

• Provide short‑term, temporary relief to primary caregivers of youth enrolled in the OhioRISE program to support and preserve the caregiving relationship.
• Deliver behavioral health respite services in the home or community setting, ensuring youth have access to supervision, structure, and emotional support during respite periods.
• Engage youth in meaningful, developmentally appropriate activities.
• Assist with activities of daily living, transportation, and community engagement, as needed.
• Maintain a safe, trauma‑informed environment that promotes positive behavior and stability.
• Collaborate with caregivers, OhioRISE Care Coordinators, and treatment providers to ensure consistency and continuity of care.
• Complete required documentation accurately and within established timelines in compliance with Medicaid and agency standards.
• Attend team meetings, supervision, and training to maintain program fidelity and professional growth.
• Evening and weekend hours are required to meet family needs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in human services or related field preferred.
• Minimum one year of experience working with youth or families, preferably within behavioral health or developmental services, is preferred.
• Ability to provide compassionate, trauma‑informed support to youth with complex emotional or behavioral needs.
• Broad knowledge of community resources and a willingness to connect families to supports.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and maintain appropriate insurance coverage.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Effective communication, documentation, and teamwork skills.
• Must be able to operate in an Internet‑based, automated office environment.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Short‑term Disability
• Long‑term Disability
• 401(k) w/ Employer Match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provides support and resources to help you and your family with a range of issues.

To learn more about our organization

https://ISBH.org/

OUR MISSION

Delivering exceptional care through connection

OUR VALUES

• Dignity – We meet people where they are on their journey with respect and hope
• Collaboration – We listen to understand and ask how we can best support the people and communities we serve
• Wellbeing – We celebrate one another’s strengths, and we support one another in being well
• Excellence – We demand high‑quality care for those we serve, and are a leader in how we care for one another as a team
• Innovation – We deeply value a range of perspectives and experiences, knowing it is what inspires us to stretch past where we are and reach toward what we know is possible

We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.