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

Pay

$19.50 per hour + $2,000 Sign-On Bonus for Full-Time Employment

Schedule

• Full-Time/Part-Time available
• Flexible scheduling based on programmatic needs
• Evening, weekend, holiday, and overnight hours may be required

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

About Our Organization

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

Full-Time & Part-Time positions available in multiple locations in Harrisburg/Dauphin County.