Residential Support Specialist

About the Role

As a Residential Support Specialist with Pittsburgh Mercy, you will play a crucial role in supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live fulfilling and independent lives. Your primary responsibility will be to create a supportive and inclusive environment, fostering the growth and well-being of residents under your care. Through compassionate care, personalized assistance, and collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, you will contribute to enhancing the quality of life for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalized support to residents, developing and implementing care plans tailored to their unique needs and preferences.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, meal preparation, medication administration, and other essential tasks, promoting independence and self-sufficiency.
• Implement behavioral support plans in collaboration with the team, utilizing positive reinforcement and effective communication techniques to manage challenging behaviors and promote a calm and supportive living environment.
• Facilitate community engagement and integration for residents by organizing and participating in recreational activities, outings, and social events, fostering a sense of belonging and connection.
• Work closely with the interdisciplinary team, including healthcare professionals, therapists, and support staff, to ensure a holistic and person-centered approach to care. Communicate effectively to share insights, observations, and updates on residents' progress and challenges.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Driver License and ability to drive an organization vehicle.
• Access to transportation to travel locally.
• Act 33/34/73 Clearances.
• Pre-Employment Drug Screen and Physical/TB.
• Must successfully pass Department of Public Welfare Medication Training within 90 days of employment.

Benefits

• Benefits start Day 1 of employment.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance.
• 403B retirement plan.
• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Paid Holiday Days.

Schedule

This is a Non-Exempt (hourly) position:

• Sunday: Off
• Monday: Off
• Tuesday-Friday: 7:30 am - 3:00 pm
• Saturday: 12:30 pm - 8:00 pm

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.
• Traumatic events or circumstances, including homelessness and abuse.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.