What are the responsibilities and job description for the DSP / Respite Provider- Rockland, NY position at PARK SLOPE CENTER FOR MENTAL HEALTH, Inc?
Overview:
As a Respite Provider, you will deliver short-term care to children and youth with developmental, physical, or behavioral disabilities, offering essential relief for family caregivers. In this role, you will implement behavioral and developmental interventions to support each child's optimal functioning and regularly communicate with caregivers and treatment providers about the intervention plans to ensure a seamless carryover of skills. Your compassionate and attentive approach will help create a safe and nurturing environment that promotes the well-being and development of the children in your care.
Responsibilities:
- Supervising and engaging the child/youth in activities tailored to their interests and needs.
- Implementing behavioral and developmental interventions to support each child's optimal functioning.
- Regularly communicate with caregivers and treatment providers about the intervention plans to ensure a seamless carryover of skills.
- Providing goal-oriented care to clients as developed in the service plan process.
- Timely documentation of services.
- Adhering to compliance expectations of PSCMH’s Children’s HCBS program.
Minimum Qualifications:
- High School Diploma
- Experience working with children/youth
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $21.00 per hour
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $21