Respite Plus Worker

Job Description

Job Description

RiseWell Community Services is seeking a Part Time Respite Plus Worker reporting to the Program Supervisor within the Outreach Program in Patchogue. Schedule : Part time, up to 19 hours per week

Our Outreach programs provide an array of services designed to engage individuals who are reluctant to seek help or experience barriers to access. Services are brought to the person where they are located, whether that be at home, the street, a hospital, or another location. As a part of this team, you’ll assist those we serve to have their basic needs met by providing referrals, linkage, and hands-on assistance with obtaining food, employment, housing, and financial assistance.

QUALIFICATIONS :

High School Diploma. Experience in the Mental Health field. Good communication skills. Fingerprinting, criminal record check, approval from NYS Office of Mental Health.

JOB FUNCTION :

Provide Respite care to individuals with mental illness in order to increase their independent living skills and to provide time off for family members or caretakers.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

A. Provide Respite care to individuals with mental illness.

B. Interact with individuals on a one and one basis providing support including advocacy, outreach, companionship, and education.

C. Accompany individuals to social and community activities.

D. Maintain proper documentation.

E. Attend staff meetings, in-service training and workshops as scheduled.

F. Provides peer support to others.

G . Perform other related duties as needed.

BENEFITS INCLUDE :

• Comprehensive Medical / Dental / Vision
• Retirement 401K Savings Plan with Employer Match
• Generous Paid Time Off for Full-time and Eligible Part-Time Employees
• 13 paid Holidays for Full-time and Eligible Part-Time Employees
• Long and Short Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• CALM App Subscription
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Career Growth & Promotional Opportunities
• Comprehensive Paid Training
• Supplemental Accident, Illness and Hospitalization Insurance
• Supplemental Pet Insurance
• Encouragement for Educational Professional Advancement
• Employee Perks & Discounts on Broadway shows, theme parks, and other attractions
• Eligibility for Federal / Public Loan Forgiveness

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER :

RiseWell Community Services provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

ABOUT US :

Founded in 1972, RiseWell Community Services (RiseWell) is an innovative, multi-service, community-based social wellness agency. We are a major provider of health and wellness services, senior and children’s care, addiction recovery services, as well as affordable housing and support. RiseWell continues to serve thousands of community members across Suffolk, Nassau, Queens, Brooklyn, Bronx, and Manhattan.

RiseWell has developed innovative, successful programs that are designed to meet the needs of vulnerable populations, such as individuals in recovery, those living with chronic medical conditions, adult home residents, the homeless, low-income seniors and at-risk children

For more information about RiseWell Community Services, please visit our website https : / / www.risewell.org /