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Child and Family Focus, Inc. is Hiring a Direct support professional Near Newtown, PA
Our Respite Program provides temporary childcare for families raising a child with a mental health diagnosis.
This is a part-time, fee-for-service, independent contractor position. Respite Services are delivered on an hourly basis in the family's home.
Hours vary from week to week based on the Respite Caregiver's availability and the assigned family's needs.
Child and Family Focus is looking for Respite Caregivers in Bucks, Chester and Delaware Counties who are :
- Compassionate
- Reliable
- Enjoy working with young people
We encourage applicants with personal hygiene care experience, college students working towards a degree in social work or educational field and anyone that has an understanding and empathy of special health needs in children.
Respite Caregivers will :
- Provide hourly relief for parents
- Provide care to children in their own homes
- Provide a fun and safe environment for the young person
- Use and implement the 5 core values of Trauma-Informed Care in all work practices - Safety, Trustworthiness, Choice, Collaboration, & Empowerment.
Additional Information :
- This is a flexible, part-time job serving children
- $18-20 an hour based on experience
- This is an Independent Contractor position
- Clearances, Background Checks, Drug Screenings, and other documentation is required for approval
Contact Information :
If you are interested in becoming a Respite Caregiver, please contact the Respite Department in your county.
- Bucks County : (215) 366-5300 x 333
- Delaware and Chester County : (610) 325- 3131 x 33
Essential Requirements :
18 years of age or older
Child and Family Focus is an equal opportunity and drug free employer. We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity, or genetics.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Last updated : 2024-04-23
Job Summary
Full Time
Social & Legal Services
$35k-41k (estimate)
04/25/2024
05/06/2024
childandfamilyfocus.org
AVONDALE, PA
100 - 200
2001
JOY ANTHONY
$10M - $50M
Social & Legal Services
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About Child and Family Focus, Inc.
Building Communities & Strengthening Families Child and Family Focus, Inc. (CFF) is a non-profit mental health agency serving children, youth, and families in Berks, Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Lehigh, and Montgomery counties. It is CFF's mission to enhance the quality of life for youth and their families. We provide and advocate for the least restrictive family and community based settings for children's optimum growth and positive change.
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