What are the responsibilities and job description for the Portage County Respite position at Northwest Counseling and Guidance Clinic?
Job Type
Part-time
Description
Northwest Community Partners in a collaborative effort with a county Department of Human Services (DHS) provides Mentoring, Daily Living Skills Education and Respite services for children and families that reside within the respective county.
Current opportunities with Northwest Community Partners include; respite providers. See descriptions below.
Respite Provider Job Description
Respite workers care for children and adolescents with intellectual and developmental disabilities and / or mental health issues in the child's home or in their community. This allows parents / guardians to engage in other activities and provides them with a break.
Requirements
Minimum Qualifications - Education and / or Experience for Positions :
- Possess some educational knowledge of children with developmental disabilities (DD) and severe emotional disturbance (SED).
- Possess some work experience working primarily with children and families, including programs dealing with mental health, Autism, and DD.
Other Skills and Abilities :
Special Requirements :
