RESIDENTIAL SPECIALIST

About Supportive Concepts

For more than 30 years, Supportive Concepts has been dedicated to improving lives through high-quality services and supports for individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Our employees play a vital role in helping individuals achieve greater independence, confidence, and success while promoting dignity, respect, inclusion, and personal choice. Every day, our team members make a meaningful impact by helping people reach their goals and live their best lives.

Why Join Our Team?

• Competitive compensation
• DailyPay - access your earned wages before payday
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Company-paid training
• Paid training programs
• Professional development opportunities
• Certification opportunities
• Leadership development programs
• Career advancement opportunities
• Opportunities across multiple service lines
• Make a difference every day
• Support individuals and families
• Build meaningful relationships
• Strengthen communities
• Join a mission-driven organization

Position Summary

The Residential Specialist provides direct support and supervision to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in residential settings. This role assists individuals with daily living activities, community participation, personal goal achievement, and overall well-being while promoting independence, dignity, and inclusion. The Residential Specialist works closely with supervisors, families, and support teams to ensure quality care and compliance with agency policies, licensing requirements, and regulatory standards.

Essential Responsibilities

Individual Support & Community Involvement

• Provide transportation for individuals to: medical appointments, community activities, school and day programs, religious services, family visits, and other approved destinations
• Support individuals in achieving goals outlined in their Individual Support Plans (ISP) and Behavior Support Plans (BSP)
• Follow all supervision requirements and support strategies identified in individualized plans
• Promote independence, self-determination, personal choice, and community inclusion

Residential Support & Compliance

• Assist with annual community home licensing requirements
• Support residential activities and ensure compliance with operational and licensing regulations
• Maintain a safe, clean, and supportive living environment

Documentation & Recordkeeping

• Complete accurate and timely documentation, including but not limited to: medication administration logs, daily logs and progress notes, goal tracking documentation, incident reports, sleep/awake charts, weight charts, bowel movement (BM) charts, fire drill logs, seizure logs, behavior support documentation, gas receipts and vehicle logs, and consumer funds documentation

Team Collaboration

• Attend and actively participate in scheduled home and office staff meetings
• Assist with on-call responsibilities and emergency situations as requested by the Community Home Supervisor
• Communicate effectively with coworkers, supervisors, families, and other stakeholders
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support individuals and program operations

Who We're Looking For

You may be a great fit if you are: compassionate, dependable, patient, team-oriented, service-focused, professional, positive, and committed to helping others.

Qualifications

Required

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid Driver's License

Preferred

• Previous experience working directly with individuals with developmental disabilities or in a human services setting

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and assist individuals as needed throughout the workday
• Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation

Why This Role Matters

As a Residential Specialist, you will help individuals build independence, strengthen life skills, and participate fully in their communities. Your support will directly impact the quality of life of the people we serve while creating opportunities for success, growth, and meaningful connections.