PMPA_Counselor 2_6017

About the role

Our Residential Support Specialist provides assistance and training to individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. This position serves as a member of the Interdisciplinary Team and is involved in the planning of services for the persons served. Some details about the role include but are not limited to:

• Provide training and assistance to persons served with daily living skills (cooking, cleaning, personal hygiene, etc.) and activities.
• Complete Medical and Psychiatric Appointment Summaries.
• Maintains main file/records for assigned individuals.

Responsibilities

Act 33/34/73 Clearances
Pre-Employment Physical/TB
Pre-Employment Drug Screen
Must successfully pass Department of Public Welfare Medication Training within 90 days of employment

Requirements

A drivers' license is required along with the ability to operate a company vehicle/van.

Work Schedule

WORK SCHEDULE: (This is a Non-Exempt/hourly position)
Sunday 2:30-10pm
Monday 2:30-10pm
Tuesday 2:30-10pm
Wednesday 2:30-10pm
Thursday 2:30-10pm
Friday and Saturday off

Benefits

GREAT BENEFIT PACKAGE: (Benefits start Day 1 of employment)
403B with employer match
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Medical, Dental, Vision
Life Insurance
Paid Holiday Days
Plus more...

About You

We’re looking for people who have experience developing and mentoring a team, who believe in a strengths-based approach, and use positive practices to help guide their everyday activities. We’re looking for employees who are professional, flexible, compassionate, and can remain composed in stressful situations. This is a team-based position. Our sites are like your family home! Your dependability, integrity, empathy for others (both persons served and your fellow employees), and dedication to teamwork are essential to this position.

About Pittsburgh Mercy

We’re a community-based health and human services organization using person-centered care to treat our area’s most vulnerable populations. We work with families in settings that are safe and familiar to them, and view them as equal partners when planning, developing, and monitoring care.

Pittsburgh Mercy's Mission

Our Mission Is To Be a Compassionate, Transforming Presence Within Our Communities. We Reach Out To Offer Help – And Hope – To People Who Are Experiencing Mental illness and substance abuse Physical health needs Intellectual disabilities Traumatic events or circumstances, including homelessness + abuse

Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.