Short Term Respite Mentor

Program: Short Term Respite (STR)

Position: Youth Respite Mentor

Reports to: Program Director or Program Coordinator

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Gulf Coast Social Services is seeking candidates to fill part-time Youth Respite Mentor positions throughout the region. The Youth Respite Mentor Program is designed to give primary caregivers of children with behavioral, psychological, and/or emotional disorders brief periods of respite, usually 3-4 hours, after school hours and on weekends.

The position requires a High School diploma or equivalent or a trade school diploma in the area of human services. A minimum of 1 year experience working with children with behavioral, psychological, or emotional disorders and/or experience working in human services, childcare, education, or a related field preferred.

Applicants must pass a drug screen, criminal background check, and a LA OMV record check. Applicants must also possess a valid driver’s license per Louisiana law, current auto liability insurance and have access to a reliable vehicle that in a safe operating condition, properly registered and inspected.

This position cover the current parishes: Cameron, Calcasieu, Jefferson Davis, Allen, and Beauregard

EOE

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• Employee assistance program
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid time off

License/Certification:

• Driver License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person