Have you been in direct support for at least 2 years or worked with people with behavioral challenges for at least 2 years and are ready for an exciting opportunity to grow within that career choice?

What if you could be a part of the team, improving the lives of youth whose needs make it difficult for them to live at home with their families?

Envision is currently seeking full-time and part-time staff for our youth respite home at our main campus located in Cheviot/Monfort Heights. Shift needs are mostly second shift hours.

WHAT IS A THERAPEUTIC RESPITE SPECIALIST?

The main role of a Therapeutic Respite Specialist is to provide specialty support to youth with complex needs.

The staff chosen for this position will be provided with specialized training that has been designed especially for intensive behavioral needs.

Paid training will be provided to staff before they begin working with the youth population. We will be providing ongoing support from an on-site supervisor and continued consults from our training team on a weekly basis. The training and support are based on building safe relationships.

There will likely be interventions and supports you are familiar with as a DSP. There will also likely be interventions that may be new to you.

As a member of the Envision team, full-time employees get:

• Health insurance benefits (with employer-paid portions)!
• 401k retirement plan (with employer-match)!
• 11 paid holidays per year (plus PTO)!
• Fun company events (like picnics, parties, and raffles), bonuses, awards!
• Competitive industry pay!
• Being a part of a diverse and welcoming team that makes a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities!

• And now you can also receive a sign-on bonus of $500 for full-time positions and $250 for part-time/PRN positions!

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• College Degree Preferred: College Degree in Psychology, Education, Special Education, Social Work, School Psychology, and other social science fields

-OR-

• High School Diploma/ GED and minimum of 2 years of experience as defined below:
  • 2+ years in direct care/support in one or more of the following categories:
    • Personal experience caring for someone (family member, friend, community member) with complex needs, such as but not limited to cognitive impairment, developmental disability, or severe and persistent mental illness
    • Professional experience as a Direct Service Provider, an in-home support, or in-community provider of services for individuals in need of assistance
    • Professional experience in the field(s) of behavioral intervention, family support services, or intentional skill building
    • Experience as a Paraprofessional or School Aide
• Experience as Behavior Technician or in an Applied Behavior Analysis setting (ABA)
• Experience with or interest in Trauma-Responsive/ Trauma-informed care
• Support individuals with varying communication systems, verbal, sign language, visuals, PECS, Proloquo/TouchChat, other AAC devices
• Support individuals in completion of sensory diet(s), or in the exploration of different sensory interventions
• A valid driver’s license with no more than 5 points on driving record
• Insured, reliable vehicle for on-the-job use
• Background check & drug screen required

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

This short-term respite facility provides 1:1 care for young persons with developmental disability(ies) and/or significant behavioral challenges.

The goal of this respite site is to act as a safe landing place for youth whose needs are making it difficult for them to remain at home with their families.

As a staff member, you can expect to support the youth staying with us with all of their daily activities, to the extent appropriate depending on their needs and abilities. Some youth may need help choosing appropriate clothing for the weather, or reminders to complete daily hygiene tasks; other youth may be completely independent in self-care but require extra support to safely participate in activities around peers.

If an individual is staying with us during the school year, and they are of school age, you may need to support them while they complete a modified curriculum.

It is important to note that our support style will be focused on voice and choice for the individuals we serve. Regardless of their level of needs, we aim to respect those we serve and provide them the environment they need to be successful!