What are the responsibilities and job description for the Weekend Respite House Managers - Willing to Travel to Mesa from Tucson position at Zarephath Community Services?
We are looking for a dedicated Weekend House Manager who is interested in driving from Tucson, AZ to Mesa, AZ each weekend to provide compassionate, structured, and trauma-informed care to youth with behavioral health challenges in a respite home environment. This full-time weekend position offers the chance to make a meaningful impact on children’s lives while traveling and working on-site to support emotional regulation, daily routines, crisis intervention, and skill-building.
Schedule & Commitment:
- Full-time weekend position (Friday-Sunday), must remain on-site.
- Must be willing to drive from Tucson, AZ to Mesa, AZ each weekend.
- Consistent weekend availability is required.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide direct supervision and care to youth in a respite home, ensuring a safe and supportive environment.
- Apply trauma-informed care and behavioral interventions to help children manage emotions, resolve conflicts, and develop coping strategies.
- Model and reinforce positive behaviors through consistency and structure.
- Facilitate daily routines, including meals, activities, personal care, and bedtime.
- Manage crisis situations using de-escalation techniques and established protocols.
- Communicate effectively with the team to ensure continuity of care and support.
- Maintain accurate documentation of behaviors, interventions, and progress.
- Assist youth in developing social and life skills through structured activities.
- Demonstrate patience, empathy, and resilience when working with children facing emotional and behavioral challenges.
- Maintain professional boundaries while fostering supportive relationships with youth.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Experience working with children with behavioral or mental health needs (preferred).
- Strong de-escalation skills in high-stress situations.
- Ability to remain calm, patient, and empathetic when managing challenging behaviors.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with staff.
- Knowledge of trauma-informed care, behavior intervention techniques, and emotional regulation strategies.
- High level of dependability, integrity, and self-awareness in ensuring ethical care.
- Ability to maintain structure while adapting to the needs of the youth.
- Cultural competency and a non-judgmental approach to working with diverse populations.
referred Qualifications:
- Previous experience in behavioral health, residential care, respite services, or youth support roles.
- Training in de-escalation techniques.
- CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
- Level I Fingerprint Clearance Card (clean background).
- Clean driving record.
Compensation & Benefits:
- $18/hour for part-time
- $50,000-$55,000 annually (if offered full-time)
- Company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for full-time employees
- PTO and sick time package
Why Join Our Team?
- Make a lasting impact on youth in need of stability and support.
- Be part of a mission-driven, collaborative team focused on trauma-informed care.
- Opportunities for professional growth, training, and development in behavioral health services.
If you are compassionate, patient, and dedicated to helping youth thrive, we invite you to apply and join our Youth Enrichment care team in this rewarding weekend role!
Salary : $50,000 - $55,000
