Children's Respite Specialist

AccessCNY, Inc.; DeWitt (IA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

AccessCNY, Inc. is seeking a Children's Respite Specialist to provide high-level behavioral support to children transitioning from inpatient care. This on-site role offers daytime and overnight shifts with a $2,000 sign-on bonus for full-time staff and $1,000 for part-time staff.

You will implement care plans, promote emotional regulation, and assist with daily living activities while ensuring safety in home and community settings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience with children with I/DD or mental health diagnosis preferred.
• RBT certification or willingness to obtain preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide support during moments of self-injury or disruptive behavior following care plans.
• Foster a safe, therapeutic environment promoting emotional regulation and belonging.
• Follow Staff Action or Service Plans to implement goals and strategies.
• Assist children with daily living activities to support comfort and dignity.
• Teach skills for independence, including behavior management and social interaction.
• Accompany and transport children to community activities aligned with development.
• Ensure ongoing safety and well-being in home, community, and transport.
• May work in other agency programs when occupancy is low.

Skills

Behavioral support

Child care

ADLs assistance

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Experience with children with I/DD or MH

RBT certification preferred

Job description

Children's Respite Specialist ** Up to $2,000 Dollar Sign-On Bonus**

Reports to: Intensive Respite Specialist Program Manager

Location: Dewitt

Schedule: Days and Overnights Available

Pay: $21.50 - $23.50 per hour ** $2,000 Sign-On Bonus for Full Time Staff, $1,000 for Part Time Staff**

The people we care for come from all walks of life, and so do we. We strive to diversify our workforce, not because it's the right thing to do, but because it makes our agency stronger!

About Us

With a history stretching back more than 70 years, AccessCNY is continually growing and expanding our reach. Offering person-centered services that empower individuals of all ages and abilities to reach their full potential as part of our community. Our focus is supporting individuals by ways of residential housing, mental health and clinical services, and immersing our participants in community engagement. Working closely with the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities and the Office of Mental Health, we support 27 housing locations and 3 administrative buildings.

About the Role:

We are looking for a proactive employee to provide high-level behavioral support to children in our outpatient respite center while they are transitioning from an inpatient behavioral health unit. The staff will be guided to assist the children during instances of self-injury and disruptive behavior based on a care plan provided by both Access CNY and the inpatient program.

Responsibilities:

• Provide support to children during moments of self-injury or disruptive behavior, following individualized care plans
• Foster a safe, therapeutic environment that promotes emotional regulation, stability, and a sense of belonging for children in crisis
• Implement personalized goals and strategies outlined in each child's Staff Action or Service Plan
• Assist children with daily living activities (ADLs), such as bathing, toileting, dressing, eating, and mobility, to support comfort and dignity
• Teach and reinforce skills that promote independence, including behavior management, social interaction, and health and safety awareness
• Accompany and transport children to community activities that align with their interests and personal development
• Ensure the ongoing safety and well-being of each child in the home, community, and during transportation
• When this program has low or no occupancy, you may be expected to work in other program areas within the agency. The location/programs available to you will be determined by Agency Administration.

Education/Experience:

High school diploma/GED required. One year experience working with children with I/DD or a Mental Health diagnosis preferred. Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) certification or willingness to obtain preferred. Experience working with children with behavioral needs preferred.

Conditions of Employment:

Must have a valid New York State driver license in accordance with the Agency Vehicle and Driving Policy and transportation necessary to meet program needs. Must be able to demonstrate teamwork and professionalism. Must be willing to visit children and families in their home setting, travel outside Onondaga County may be required. Must be able and willing to demonstrate direct care duties, including personal assistance. Must be able to lift 75 pounds.