Direct Support Professional - Residential Housing (1st Shift, Contingent)

About the role

The Residential Support Specialist position is contingent, working on an as-needed basis, 1st shift 7a - 3p, and also works every other weekend on rotation.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor degree in human service field preferred.
• Experience working with severely mentally disabled population or similar population preferred.
• Valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and be deemed insurable through Harbor’s vehicle insurance carrier for individuals working first and second shifts.
• Third shift will not be required to drive.
• CPR/First Aid and NCI/CPI Certifications required within 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and/or assist residents’ with daily living activities.
• Supervise the self-administration of medication.
• Absorb or prepare client resident meals.
• Knowledge of the individualized care plan for residents and provision of support to the resident according to the care plan.
• Contribute to the care planning process by providing the clinical team with specific information and observations of the residents’ needs and preferences.
• Organize, develop and implement planned recreational/educational activities.
• Transport clients to appointments, social activities etc. as determined by job assignment and in accordance with driving policies.
• Responsible for the completion of all scheduled tasks, care of residents and the facility (including maintenance and cleaning).
• Able to work a flexible schedule.
• May float to other locations to accommodate client or agency need.

Benefits

Benefits include: Medical, dental, and vision coverage, Retirement plan with company match, Generous paid time off, sick time, and paid holidays, Tuition and professional license reimbursement programs, Clinical supervision hours offered, Employee referral bonuses, Ability to make a difference in your community!