Respite Companion: In-Home Support & Community Engagement

Concord-Counseling-Services; Westerville (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flex funds for meals and activities

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Concord Counseling Services in Westerville, OH, seeks a part-time Respite Companion (10 hours/week) to support caregivers caring for someone with a severe mental illness. The role includes in-home or community engagement, transportation, and helping clients gain independence while providing relief to families.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma (associate degree in social work preferred), valid driver's license, reliable vehicle, and ability to pass background checks.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; Associate’s degree in Social Work preferred.
• Some knowledge of mental illness, psychiatric symptoms, and their impact on functioning and behavior.
• Demonstrated sound judgement and the ability to model appropriate behavior.
• Must have a valid driver’s license, a reliable vehicle, maintain a good driving record and have the ability to provide safe transportation.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-home and/or community engagement services to the loved one so that the caregiver can attend to other needs.
• Assist clients in achieving an increased level of independence within the community by accompanying them to meals, activities etc.
• Assist in stress reduction within the family and the client through a strength-based service plan
• Increase the clients' interactions outside of his/her family unit and home

Skills

Mental health awareness

Judgement

Transportation

Background checks

Education

High School diploma or equivalent; Associate’s degree in Social Work preferred

Job description

Concord Counseling Services in Westerville, OH, seeks a part-time Respite Companion (10 hours/week) to support caregivers caring for someone with a severe mental illness. The role includes in-home or community engagement, transportation, and helping clients gain independence while providing relief to families.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma (associate degree in social work preferred), valid driver's license, reliable vehicle, and ability to pass background checks.