About this role
Respite Provider
Be the Break That Helps a Family Keep Going
At Lighthouse Youth & Family Services , meaningful support can make all the difference. We are seeking a compassionate, dependable Respite Provider who can give caregivers temporary relief while creating a safe, positive, and engaging environment for young people from birth through age 21 who have a mental health diagnosis.
What Youll Do
As a Respite Provider, you will help young people build skills, experience positive connections, and participate in activities that support their well-being. Your work will also give parents and caregivers valuable time to rest and recharge.
In this role, you will:
- Provide short-term supervision and support for children and young adults.
- Help clients strengthen social, communication, coping, and independent-living skills.
- Plan and lead social, recreational, and educational activities.
- Serve as a consistent and encouraging role model.
- Help clients develop natural support systems.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary treatment team to support individualized goals.
- Build professional, supportive relationships with parents and guardians.
- Complete documentation within organizational and accreditation timeframes.
What Will Help You Succeed
You may be a great fit if you bring:
- Empathy, compassion, and patience.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- A trauma-informed approach.
- Flexibility and adaptability.
- Sound judgment and problem-solving skills.
- Knowledge of disabilities and mental health needs.
- The ability to use effective behavior-management techniques
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
- At least 21 years of age.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Strong interpersonal, problem-solving, and trauma-informed support skills.
- Ability to work according to client and family needs, which may frequently include evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Ability to travel locally and transport clients using a personal vehicle.
- Ability to occasionally lift or move up to 30 pounds.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience understanding and engaging individuals with mental illness or psychiatric symptoms.
- Understanding of how mental health symptoms may affect functioning and behavior.
- Knowledge of recovery and resiliency concepts.
- Current CPR and First Aid certification.
Where Youll Make an Impact
This is not a one-setting role. You may support clients in their homes, schools, community locations, or a professional office environment. The position offers hybrid work options, with remote and in-office expectations coordinated according to team and business needs.
Ready to Make a Meaningful Difference?
If you are patient, resourceful, and passionate about helping young people and families thrive, we invite you to bring your talents to Lighthouse Youth & Family Services .
Apply today and become the trusted support that helps a young person grow while giving a caregiver the opportunity to recharge.
This is a non-exempt position with no supervisory responsibilities.