Respite - Direct Care Staff

Job Title : Respite Direct Care Staff

Schedule : Friday (10am-11pm), Saturday (7 : 45am-11pm), Sunday (7 : 45am-5pm)

Position Summary :

The Weekend Retreat is a transformative three-day therapeutic program designed for children and youth, hosted in one of Red Mountain's residential homes. Led by compassionate Life Skills Coaches, this program provides a nurturing environment where participants can thrive, learn essential life skills, and engage in therapeutic activities. Our approach combines goal-oriented treatments and clinician-informed interventions to foster personal growth and emotional resilience, empowering kids to become the best versions of themselves.

Minimum qualifications :

• Bachelor's degree (preferred).
• Behavioral health experience (preferred).
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Valid driver's license, must pass a background check and drug test.
• Current fingerprint clearance card, CPR / First Aid certification, Clear TB test, and clear MVD Report.
• Must upkeep the following :

Fraud & Abuse, Driver Refresher, Self-Administration of medication training, and Emergency safety response training.

• Maintain all required annual training.
• Maintain all credentials up to date.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate Group Counseling : Lead engaging group sessions to promote emotional expression and peer support.
• Support Individual Development : Assist children and youth in developing skills related to task completion, relationship management, and emotional regulation.
• Implement Treatment Plans : Follow clinician-informed treatment plans to ensure each child's unique needs are addressed.
• Foster Therapeutic Relationships : Build strong, trusting relationships with participants to create a safe and supportive atmosphere.
• Participate in Activities : Organize and participate in meals, recreational activities, and outings, enhancing the communal experience.
• Provide In Vivo Opportunities : Encourage real-time application of skills in everyday situations, helping participants practice and reinforce their learning.
• Travel with Participants : Ensure safe and supportive transportation to and from the retreat location, fostering a sense of camaraderie among staff and participants.

This role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about working with children and youth, dedicated to promoting emotional well-being, and eager to make a positive impact in their lives.

Work environment :

• RMBHS office and learning homes
• Client homes and community settings
• Vehicle

Physical requirements :

• Frequent sitting, standing, walking, driving, bending, reaching, and grasping.
• Lift and carry up to approximately 50 pounds.
• Able to drive safely, including 12 or 15 passenger vans.
• Able to endure summer heat for outside outings.
• Able to implement non-violent physical emergency safety response tactics if a client presents a danger to self or others.
• Able to visually observe client behavior.
• Able to hear, understand, and interpret staff and client behavior.
• Able to read, understand, and interpret written instructions.
• Able to communicate verbally and document thoroughly.

RMBHS Philosophy :

Red Mountain Behavioral Health Services (RMBHS) has a mission to "strengthen families" by being the best place to work for our employees and providing the best behavioral health services to our clients. RMBHS is committed to a spirit of excellence in everything we do, from the level of direct care given to children and families, to facility operations and programming. We Bring Hope, Heal Lives, and Serve Others. Learn More

Salary : $39,520 - $42,286