Residential Support Specialist PT

About the role

The Residential Support Specialist assists adults with developmental disabilities on a day-to-day basis with routine personal care needs, social support, and physical assistance in a wide range of daily living activities. The position ensures that individuals living in the group home receive individualized care, maintain dignity, and enjoy a safe comfortable home environment while leading a self-directed life in their own community.

Responsibilities

• Assist with routine personal care needs
• Provide social support
• Offer physical assistance in daily living activities
• Maintain a safe and comfortable home environment
• Ensure individuals lead a self-directed life in their own community

Requirements

• At least 18 years of age
• High school diploma or GED
• Additional education/experience in human services fields preferred
• Basic computer skills
• Good patient documentation skills
• Valid driver's license, safe driving record, and reliable transportation
• Experience with ID/DD individuals and CNA is a plus but not required
• Multiple shifts needed, rotating weekend availability may be required

Qualifications

Must be willing to consent to background checks, including checks for barrier crimes, and drug screening as part of the application process.