JOB CATEGORY: COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTERS /BEHAVIORAL HEALTH / MENTAL HEALTH Monday-Friday 2:30-6:30pm POSITION SUMMARY: Under supervision, this position provides Respite Services for children or adolescents experiencing Serious Emotional/Neurobiological/Behavioral Disorders. The focus is on improving quality of life and supporting independent functioning while strengthening, supporting, and preserving families. Services are individualized and delivered collaboratively in an out-patient setting to promote safety, well-being, and overall progress while providing caregivers with time-limited temporary relief from the ongoing responsibility of care. REQUIREMENTS EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: • High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required plus six (6) months of experience in human services or child / adolescent programs; OR AA degree in a related human service field (related college degrees include Psychology, Sociology, Criminal Justice, Family Studies and Human Services); OR BA in any field. • Experience in human services or child / adolescent programs strongly preferred. • Bilingual (English / Spanish) or (English / Navajo) preferred. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: • Have or be able to obtain First Aid and BLS/CPR certifications within 30 days of hire. Certifications must meet the requirements listed in the document “BLS / CPR / ACLS & First Aid Training Resources” posted on Staurolite. It is your responsibility to keep your certifications current at all times. SCREENING REQUIREMENTS: • This position requires successful completion of an initial post-offer of employment: • According to PMS Human Resources Policy 205.006, “Healthcare Personnel Testing & Immunization Requirements,” this position must comply with required testing and immunizations. Testing and immunizations including TB, Hepatitis B (consent or waiver), Tdap, MMR, and Varicella, will be available at the employee’s PMS health center. Influenza vaccines will be required according to dates set by the CDC and NMDOH. • Criminal Records Check. $500 EMPLOYEE REFERRAL BONUS BONUSES • All bonuses subject to tax withholding and eligibility requirements. ABOUT PMS • Founded in 1969, PMS is a non-profit organization with over 1,300 employees providing services at 100+ locations in New Mexico. • Our diverse services include primary care, dental, behavioral health, early childhood education, supportive living, and senior programs. • We concentrate our resources on meeting the needs of underserved areas of New Mexico. • We operate the largest network of federally qualified health centers in the state. • PMS is not affiliated with Presbyterian Healthcare Services, Presbyterian Hospitals or Presbyterian Health Plan. WHY PMS? • Mission-driven organization • Competitive salaries • Nine paid holidays and generous PTO • Medical, dental & vision insurance • Free Life & LTD coverage • Free discretionary pension plan contribution • Employee recognition and engagement activities • Robust training program • Tuition Reimbursement EOE/AA/M/F/SO/Vet/Disability