<p>Respite services are offered to families every day of the week as early as 7am to as late as 9pm. A flexible schedule is important.</p> <p>Concord Counseling Services is seeking a Respite Companion to provide respite for caregivers who have someone with a severe mental illness living with them. This will include in-home and community-based engagement. We are seeking people with 1 - 3 years of experience who are ready to serve with their heart! This is a part-time, flexible hours, 10 hours per week position and job requirements include, but are not limited to:</p> <ul> <li>Assist clients to achieve an increased level of independence within the community. </li><li>Resource management, symptom monitoring, advocacy with medical providers, and a wide range of supportive activities. </li><li>Assist clients in reaching their identified personal goals. </li><li>Assist in stress reduction within the family and the client through a strength-based service plan </li><li>Provide resources needed to enhance the well-being of the family and their loved one </li><li>Increase the clients' interactions outside of his/her family unit and home </li></ul> <p>Excellent communication, interpersonal, and computer skills are essential.</p> <p>An Associate's degree in Social Work is preferred.</p> <p>Must have a valid driver's license, a reliable vehicle, maintain a good driving record and have the ability to provide safe transportation.</p> <p>Concord is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our core values are inclusion, teamwork, commitment and integrity. Concord welcomes all to apply!</p>