RESIDENTIAL SPECIALIST

About the Role

As a Residential Specialist, you will provide direct care and support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a residential setting. You’ll play a vital role in helping them achieve greater independence, confidence, and success while promoting dignity, respect, inclusion, and personal choice.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with personal care, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and hygiene
• Preparing meals and assisting with feeding when necessary
• Supporting daily living skills and independence
• Helping individuals participate in community activities, appointments, and social events
• Providing companionship, encouragement, and emotional support
• Maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming home environment
• Following individualized support plans and goals
• Promoting dignity, respect, and person-centered care

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Valid Pennsylvania Driver's License
• Previous experience working directly with individuals with IDD and Behavioral Health
• Excellent communication, documentation, and organizational skills
• Proficiency in English communication, both verbal and written
• Ability to successfully complete all required training programs
• Ability to pass Criminal Record History Clearances, FBI, Physical Examination, and Drug Screening

Skills

• Compassionate
• Dependable
• Patient
• Team-Oriented
• Service-Focused
• Professional
• Positive
• Committed to Helping Others

Physical Requirements

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

Schedule

Full-Time/Part-Time, with flexible scheduling based on programmatic needs. Evening, weekend, holiday, and overnight hours may be required.

Pay

$17.25 per hour, with a $2,000 sign-on bonus for full-time employment.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• DailyPay – Access Your Earned Wages Before Payday
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Company-Paid Training

Career Growth & Development

• Paid Training Programs
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Certification Opportunities
• Leadership Development Programs
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Opportunities Across Multiple Service Lines

Supportive Concepts for Families, Inc. is part of the Inperium family of companies. Employment for this position is administered through Apis Services, Inc.