Direct Support Professional - Residential Housing

About the role

The Residential Support Specialist position is 1st shift from 6:45a - 3p and contingent, working as needed. The position 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.
• Knowing the individualized care plan for residents and providing 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

Harbor offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 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, and the ability to make a difference in your community!