Respite Coordinator

THE VILLAGE NETWORK • Morristown, OH

1d • $25

About The Position

As a partner in building brighter futures for youth and their families, your role will be to provide relief to caregivers and support activities that align with The Village Network’s Mission, Vision & Values.

Requirements

• Requires a High School Diploma and 3+ years of relevant experience OR Associates Degree and 2+ years of relevant experience OR Bachelor’s degree in a Human Services field desired.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Ability to work with a diverse population
• Ability to use a computer, proficiency with Microsoft Office products.
• Valid Ohio Driver’s License and maintains a driving record that allows that individual to be insurable with the insurance company providing The Village Network with vehicle insurance.
• In addition, travel to homes of clients/students is necessary.
• Ability to comply with The Village Network requirements for using restraints including sufficient strength and completion of extensive training.
• Ability to handle bending, stooping, lifting, pushing, reaching, and walking for periods of time.
• Must be able to lift 20 pounds independently.
• Must be able to remain alert to problems, needs or emergencies that might arise on any shift, maintaining a safe environment for the clients.
• Ability to communicate (verbal and written) with all levels or personnel, internal and external to the company.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Autism and related support strategies a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supports and provides temporary relief for caregivers spending time with youth in home or in community settings as needed.
• Coordinate effectively with families and internal staff to assess needs, preferences, and qualifications to ensure appropriate placements that align with client expectations and staff capabilities.
• Provides behavior management in the following ways: Supporting client’s efforts toward treatment goals Role model and teach appropriate skills and behaviors Utilize a trauma focused approach Assist the youth with daily activities
• Responsible for assisting with crisis de-escalation as needed.
• Engage and coordinate with family members and link families with mentors.
• Present in a professional and courteous manner in all interactions.
• Interacts with youth within TVN’s trauma informed models.
• Temporarily assists in the transportation needs.
• Performs other duties as required.

Benefits

• Tuition and Licensure reimbursement offered for employees looking to advance their knowledge and skills.
• Get help earning an advanced degree or get the Supervised Hours necessary to earn your independent licensure.
• Great benefits, competitive salaries, and 192 hours (24 DAYS!) of PTO offered in the first year in addition to 6 paid holidays for fulltime employees with potential for PTO buy back for unused time.
• TVN paid out a 6% annual salary bonus and over 80 hours of PTO buyback this fiscal year and has a 12-year history of providing annual bonus and PTO buybacks!
• TVN offers a generous retirement contribution and contributed nearly $1.5 million into employee 403(b) accounts this fiscal year!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED