Residential Care Advisor Medical and Financial
Position Purpose
As a Residential Care Advisor-Medical & Financial in the Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities department at Pittsburgh Mercy, you will provide person-centered residential support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This is a Direct Care position, centered on providing hands-on support to residents in their daily lives. It focuses on coordinating medical care and financial support to promote health, stability, and quality of life.
What You Will Do
- Individualized Support & Care: Provide daily living assistance, emotional and behavioral support, and implement Individual Support Plans (ISPs) to promote independence and well-being.
- Medical & Financial Coordination: Coordinate medical appointments and financial resources, including SSI, DPW, Medicare, and Rent Rebates. Complete medication documentation, annual assessments, and money management assessments as required.
- Documentation & Collaboration: Maintain accurate communication logs and behavior notes. Collaborate with families, healthcare providers, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care.
- Leadership Support: Provide technical assistance to other staff and assist with orientation of new employees as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree OR High School Diploma/Equivalence and 1 year of paid social services work experience
- Valid Driver License and ability to drive an organization vehicle
Position Highlights And Benefits
Benefits start Day 1 of employment! Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 403B, PTO, Paid Holiday Days, and more!!
Schedule
This is a Non-Exempt (hourly) position Schedule to be determined
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. 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, and Traumatic events or circumstances, including homelessness and abuse.
About Us
We are 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, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.