Behavioral Health Respite Care Provider (PRN)
Company: Bellefaire JCB
Location: Cleveland
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Behavioral Health Respite Care Provider $25.00 Per Hour (PRN)
Bellefaire JCB is among the nation’s largest, most experienced
child service agencies providing a variety of mental health,
substance abuse, education, and prevention services. POSITION
SUMMARY: The Behavioral Health (BH) Respite Care Provider in the BH
Respite Program provides compassionate care and supervision to
children and adolescents with diverse needs, including behavioral,
emotional, and developmental challenges. This role focuses on
creating a safe, supportive, and engaging environment for
participants during while accompanying participants in a variety of
respite activities. This position is PRN and works less than 20
hours per week. RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: Provide a structured
environment for youth to participate in the scheduled Respite
activities. Encourage participation in scheduled respite
activities. Transport BH Respite clients to and from the program
activity. Supervise and ensure the safety and well-being of
children and adolescents in the program. Facilitate structured
activities such as arts and crafts, recreation, and life skills
development. Promote positive behavior and conflict resolution
using effective strategies. Maintain/ complete accurate
documentation for all youth in attendance for respite services.
Communicate effectively with participant, program staff, families,
and service providers. QUALIFICATIONS: Education: A minimum of a
High School diploma plus some college is required. An Associate’s
or Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Mental Health or related field
preferred. Licensure: N/A Skills/Competencies: Core Expertise:
Possesses skill, knowledge and abilities to perform the essential
duties of their role; keeps knowledge up to date. Independent
Judgment: Ability to perform job responsibilities with a high
degree of initiative and independent judgment. Cultural Competency:
Demonstrates awareness, sensitivity and skills in working
professionally with diverse individuals, groups and communities who
represent various cultural and personal background and
characteristics. Interpersonal Communication: Communicates clearly
using verbal, nonverbal, and written skills in a professional
context; demonstrates clear understanding and use of professional
language. Professional & Ethical Conduct: Adheres to professional
values such as honesty, personal responsibility, and
accountability; Applies ethical concepts within scope of work and
adheres to Agency policies and procedures. Collaboration and
Teamwork: Functions effectively as a member of a professional team
that includes employees, clients and family members. Problem
Solving & Decision Making: Recognizes problems and responds
appropriately; gathers information and sorts through it to identify
and address root cause issues; makes timely decisions. Experience:
Experience working with children, adolescents and their families
Other: Have and maintain a valid driver’s license and driving
record that meets the underwriting criteria of the Agency’s
insurance company preferred. Demonstrated oral and written
communication skills and effective interpersonal skills. Practical
and creative problem-solving skills. BENEFITS: Other perks of
working with us include: A friendly and appreciated staff Working
with a team committed to the well-being of others A beautiful
campus Career growth/numerous free CEU opportunities Staff
recognition program A caring environment to work in! BJCB-BH-1
Bellefaire JCB is an equal opportunity employer, and hires its
employees without consideration to race, religion, creed, color,
national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status,
veteran status or disability or any other status protected by
federal, state or local law. Bellefaire JCB is a partner agency of
the Wingspan Care Group, a non-profit administrative service
organization providing a united, community-based network of
services so member agencies can focus on mission-related goals and
operate in a more cost-effective and efficient manner.
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