Residential Program Worker (Part-Time) (Local Government)

About the role

The Residential Program Worker position offers an opportunity to make a lasting difference by supporting individuals with behavioral health issues as they work toward independence and community integration. Each day brings new chances to encourage growth, independence, and the development of essential life skills. Join an agency that values compassion, dedication, and positive change.

Responsibilities

• Guide clients through a training program that builds knowledge, skills, abilities, and attitudes needed for independent living
• Help develop and carry out individual service plans that teach self-care skills such as cooking, nutrition, hygiene, medication management, money management, and housekeeping
• Assist with or participate in recreational and social activities under close supervision
• Instruct clients in the use of community resources and facilities
• Support clients as they learn and practice social skills

Requirements

• Six months of experience as a Residential Program Trainee; or
• One year of experience in a Human Services Agency working with the mentally disabled, the elderly, or children and youth; or
• Two years of college which includes courses appropriate to the Human Services field; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training

Other Requirements

• Must meet the Pennsylvania residency requirement
• Must be able to perform essential job functions
• Must pass a background investigation
• This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law; a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance