Youth Behavioral Respite Provider Part Time Knox County

First Step Healthcare LLC; Mount Vernon (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonus

Paid training

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

First Step Healthcare LLC in Ohio is seeking a Youth Behavioral Respite Provider to give short-term relief to families of youth with behavioral health needs. Sessions occur in the youth's home or community settings, 3–6 hours per session.

You will supervise and engage youth, follow care plans, and maintain communication with families and the care team. Transportation in your own vehicle is required, with mileage reimbursement.

Qualifications

• 18 years or older.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid Ohio driver's license, reliable vehicle, auto insurance, and acceptable driving record.
• Ability to pass BCI/FBI background check.
• Hands-on first aid certification, trauma-informed care training, and de-escalation training (provided and paid for if not already held).
• Availability for weekday afternoons or evenings and some weekend sessions.
• Patience, sound judgment, and a calm presence with youth who are upset or escalated.
• Basic smartphone and computer skills for scheduling and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one supervision and support to a youth for sessions of 3–6 hours.
• Plan and lead age-appropriate activities (parks, libraries, gyms, outings).
• Follow the youth's care plan with trauma-informed approaches.
• Model coping, social, communication, and daily-living skills.
• Recognize escalation signs and use de-escalation techniques; call for help when needed.
• Transport the youth to activities in your own vehicle; mileage reimbursed.
• Communicate with the parent/caregiver at start/end of each session; report concerns.
• Complete a brief service note the same day; follow required format.
• Maintain confidentiality and follow policies; attend trainings and team check-ins.

Skills

Patience

Calm presence

Communication

Empathy

Trauma-informed care

Tech literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Coursework or degree in social work/psychology/education/human services

Job description

Benefits:

• Referral bonus
• Paid training
• Mileage reimbursement

PAY: $20.00–$23.00 per hour, based on experience

SCHEDULE: Part-time, 10–25 hours per week. After-school, evening, and weekend sessions, typically 3–6 hours each. You set your availability.

LOCATION: In the youth's home and in the community across Knox County (Mount Vernon, Fredericktown, and Danville). Travel required; mileage reimbursed.

JOB SUMMARY

The Youth Behavioral Respite Provider gives short-term, planned relief to parents and caregivers of children and teens enrolled in OhioRISE, Ohio's program for youth with behavioral health needs. During each session you supervise and engage the youth in safe, structured, enjoyable activities at home or in the community, follow the youth's care plan, and keep the family and care team informed.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide one-on-one supervision and support to a youth (or siblings) for scheduled sessions of 3–6 hours.
• Plan and lead age-appropriate recreational, social, and community activities (parks, libraries, gyms, outings, errands).
• Follow the strategies in the youth's individualized care plan and use positive, trauma-informed approaches.
• Model and reinforce coping, social, communication, and daily-living skills.
• Recognize early signs of escalation and use approved de-escalation techniques; call for help when needed.
• Transport the youth to approved activities in your own vehicle.
• Communicate with the parent or caregiver at the start and end of each session; report concerns to the supervisor.
• Complete a brief service note the same day, accurately and in the required format.
• Maintain confidentiality and follow all agency, safety, and documentation policies.
• Attend required trainings and periodic team check-ins.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 18 years or older
• High school diploma or GED
• Valid Ohio driver's license, reliable vehicle, auto insurance, and acceptable driving record
• Ability to pass BCI/FBI background check
• Hands-on first aid certification, trauma-informed care training, and de-escalation training (provided and paid for if not already held)
• Availability for weekday afternoons or evenings and some weekend sessions
• Patience, sound judgment, and a calm presence with youth who are upset or escalated
• Basic smartphone and computer skills for scheduling and documentation

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with children or teens in behavioral health, foster care, special education, youth programs, coaching, or direct support
• Coursework or a degree in social work, psychology, education, or human services
• Current CPR/first aid certification
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care or positive behavior support

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Walk, stand, and participate in active recreation for the length of a session
• Lift up to 25 pounds
• Safely operate a motor vehicle with a youth passenger

Equal opportunity employer.