Job Title: Respite Weekend Retreat

Level: Behavioral Health Technician, Behavioral Health Paraprofessional

Schedule: Condensed Weekend schedule running Friday mornings to Sunday late afternoon

Location: East Vally, Mesa Area

About the Role:

Join our Weekend Retreat team, a transformative three-day program that empowers children and youth through life skills and therapeutic activities. As a Respite Direct Care Staff, you'll help create a safe and supportive environment where participants can grow, learn, and build emotional resilience. Under the guidance of compassionate Life Skills Coaches, you'll assist in implementing goal-focused treatments to help kids thrive.

Position Status:

• Full-time
• Non-Exempt
• Hourly range: $19-$22

Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree (preferred).
• Behavioral health experience (preferred).
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Valid driver’s license, must pass a background check and drug test.
• Current fingerprint clearance card, CPR/First Aid certification, Clear TB test, and clear MVD Report.
• Must upkeep the following:
  • Fraud & Abuse, Driver Refresher, Self-Administration of medication training, and Emergency safety response training.
  • Maintain all required annual training.
  • Maintain all credentials up to date.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate Group Counseling: Lead engaging group sessions to promote emotional expression and peer support.
• Support Individual Development: Assist children and youth in developing skills related to task completion, relationship management, and emotional regulation.
• Implement Treatment Plans: Follow clinician-informed treatment plans to ensure each child's unique needs are addressed.
• Foster Therapeutic Relationships: Build strong, trusting relationships with participants to create a safe and supportive atmosphere.
• Participate in Activities: Organize and participate in meals, recreational activities, and outings, enhancing the communal experience.
• Provide In Vivo Opportunities: Encourage real-time application of skills in everyday situations, helping participants practice and reinforce their learning.
• Travel with Participants: Ensure safe and supportive transportation to and from the retreat location, fostering a sense of camaraderie among staff and participants.

This role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about working with children and youth, dedicated to promoting emotional well-being, and eager to make a positive impact in their lives.

Work environment:

• Gilbert office and learning homes
• Client homes and community settings
• Vehicle

Physical requirements:

• Frequent sitting, standing, walking, driving, bending, reaching, and grasping.
• Lift and carry up to approximately 50 pounds. 
• Able to drive safely, including 12 or 15 passenger vans. 
• Able to endure summer heat for outside outings.
• Able to implement non-violent physical emergency safety response tactics if a client presents a danger to self or others. 
• Able to visually observe client behavior. 
• Able to hear, understand, and interpret staff and client behavior.
• Able to read, understand, and interpret written instructions. 
• Able to communicate verbally and document thoroughly.