Direct Respite Provider

Job description:

Role: Behavioral Health Respite Direct Provider

Part-Time: 9-24 hours per week (flexible hours M-F and weekends)

Full-Time: 25 or more hours per week (Need to be available weekdays and weekends)

Location: Columbus, Ohio and surrounding suburbs (OhioRISE Program)

About Us

At Collective Behavioral Therapy, we believe that families thrive when they feel supported, understood, and empowered. Our culture is rooted in compassion, collaboration, and high-quality care. We work closely with caregivers, children, and community partners to create meaningful change—always approaching our work with respect, kindness, and professionalism.

We are expanding our OhioRISE Behavioral Health Respite Services and are looking for individuals who want to make a real difference in the lives of children and families.

Position Overview

This is a part-time position and Full-time position open to the right candidate!

Join our dedicated team as a Direct Respite Provider, where you will play a vital role in offering compassionate, personalized care to neurodivergent individuals with diverse developmental needs. This rewarding position allows you to provide temporary relief and support to families and caregivers while ensuring the safety, comfort, and well-being of those in your care. Your energetic and proactive approach will help foster a positive environment that promotes independence, dignity, and quality of life for residents with developmental disabilities, dementia, autism, or other special needs. All paid positions ensure meaningful work that makes a real difference in people's lives.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, safe respite care to children and teens enrolled in OhioRISE.
• Support daily routines, basic needs, and prosocial engagement during respite periods.
• Implement calming strategies, coping skills, or simple structured activities when appropriate.
• Promote a supportive, predictable environment using trauma-informed and developmentally appropriate practices.
• Communicate professionally and respectfully with caregivers and the supervising team.
• Complete documentation and incident reports as required by OhioRISE and Collective Behavioral Therapy policy.
• Maintain compliance with all safety, ethical, and confidentiality standards.
• Collaborate with BCBA supervisors or behavioral health leadership when behavioral concerns arise.
• Support clients during meal preparation and feeding, ensuring nutritional needs are met while maintaining a clean and safe environment.
• Maintain accurate documentation of care activities, medication logs, and incident reports in compliance with HIPAA regulations to protect residents’ privacy.
• Engage clients in social activities and provide companionship to foster community involvement and emotional well-being.
• Follow safety procedures including CPR and First Aid protocols; respond promptly to emergencies or changes in residents’ condition.

What Makes You a Great Fit

• You genuinely enjoy supporting children, teens, and families.
• You bring patience, positivity, and professionalism to your work.
• You value consistency, kindness, and teamwork—core elements of CBT’s culture.
• You are reliable, communicative, and comfortable following structured guidelines.
• You’re open to learning and want to grow with an agency that invests in its staff.
• You are comfortable working with all age groups ages 3-20 or willing to learn.
• You are creative and take initiative with providing enrichment opportunities to play, learn, and grow.
• You would be comfortable transporting clients to community outings and fun events!
• We welcome candidates with a background in social work or related fields.

Qualifications

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Ability to pass background checks (BCI/FBI) and all OhioRISE training requirements
• Ability to work evenings/weekends as needed based on family schedules
• Professionalism, reliability, and strong interpersonal skills
• Reliable car and insurance
• Experience working with children who are neurodivergent, may have a history of trauma, and may present with behavioral, communication, or mental health challenges

Preferred:

• Experience working with children/youth (e.g., daycare, ABA, behavioral health, schools, childcare)
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Familiarity with trauma-informed care or behavioral support strategies
• Interest in pursuing additional training or advancement within the company

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Referral program
• Retirement plan

Work Location: In person