Respite worker

The Child Center of NYstrengthens children and families with skills opportunities and emotional support to build healthy successful lives. Founded in 1953 The Child Center of NY has become a powerful community presence throughout the city. With 50 locations and 100 programs in NYCs most under-served communities our 1000 results-oriented professionals make a difference for more than 40000 children and their families each Care Worker Fee for serviceJoin our team as a Respite Care Worker where youll provide temporary care and support for children with Serious Emotional Disturbance (S.E.D.). This role offers a unique opportunity to give parents and caregivers the break they need while creating safe fun and enriching experiences for young people. By helping to reduce stress at home youll play an important role in strengthening family harmony and Youll Do:Provide care and support for children in their homes or community children in recreational activities that build on their strengths skills and with Health Home providers and parents to ensure childrens needs are met during respite clear and timely documentation (within 48 hours of service delivery)Communicate openly with children and families about activities and other related responsibilities as Were Looking For:High School Diploma or equivalentAt least 1 year of experience working or volunteering with children with special needs and their familiesCompassion patience and the ability to connect with diverse social cultural and economic groupsStrong communication skillswritten verbal and listeningBasic proficiency with Microsoft Office and familiarity with Electronic Health Records (EHR) is a plusExcellent time management and organizational skillsWhy Join Us:Be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to supporting children and familiesCompetitive pay earn $27.78 per service hourFlexible scheduling options we operate every day of the week so you get to build a schedule that works best for you and the families you serveReimbursement for transportation costsGain valuable experience in community-based care and behavioral healthMake a direct and positive impact in the lives of children and their caregiversReady to help children and families Apply today!The Child Center of NY is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin veteran or disability status or any other category protected by Federal State or local law. EOE M/F/D/V