Weekend Respite Staff -Part-Time (Yuma, AZ)

Organization: Zarephath Behavioral Health Agency

Location:  Yuma, AZ

Overview: Zarephath is a dedicated behavioral health agency specializing in supporting children and families facing behavioral health challenges. Our Respite Program offers essential temporary care within our residential homes and community settings, fostering a supportive environment for children.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Shift Schedule: Friday 3pm to 10pm, Saturday 8am to 10pm, Sunday 8am to 5pm
• Escort children on community-based outings, educational, entertaining, and cultural activities.
• Safely transport children in agency vehicles.
• Collaborate with children on treatment plan objectives, psycho-social skills, community and family interactions, and interpersonal development.
• Provide compassionate care for children aged 5 to 17 in residential settings from Friday afternoon to Sunday afternoon.

About Zarephath: Zarephath is committed to enhancing family well-being by delivering exceptional care and enjoyable, secure services for children. We empower clients and families to achieve optimal living through supportive interventions that build lasting skills and quality of life. Our approach emphasizes positive relationships with children, families, community partners, stakeholders, and staff, enabling us to deliver effective behavioral health services that promote well-being.

Mission: To deliver comprehensive behavioral health services and robust family support to individuals navigating behavioral health challenges in Arizona. Zarephath fosters harmonious, successful environments at home, school, work, and within the community.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Minimum age of 21 years.
• At least 1 year of experience in the behavioral health field working with youth and families.
• Valid Arizona driver's license with insurability under agency policy.
• Two negative skin TB tests or one negative blood TB test.
• Possession of a valid Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card or ability to obtain one.
• Current CPR and First Aid Certification.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel) and Outlook.

Compensation: $18 hourly