2nd-Shift Residential Enrichment Specialist: Make a Difference

Lifespan Incorporated; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

403b retirement plan

Job summary

Lifespan Incorporated is seeking compassionate Residential Enrichment Specialists to support people with disabilities in group home and community settings. You’ll provide personalized care, teach skills for independence, and promote inclusion, under a supportive team with training and career growth opportunities.

Schedule is 7 on, 7 off (Tue–Mon 2:00 PM–11:00 PM; Sat-Sun 9:00 AM–9:00 PM). Full- and part-time roles with benefits are available; no prior behavioral health experience required as

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Pass criminal record and healthcare registry check.
• Pass drug screen.
• Pass driving record check if providing transportation.
• High school graduate or GED.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Current First Aid/CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Teach skills to promote independence.
• Support community inclusion and integration.
• Mentor individuals to help build social skills and relationships.
• Provide guidance and support in daily activities.
• Assist with eating, bathing, dressing, personal hygiene, and other activities of daily living.
• Assist with preparation of meals.
• Monitor and report on status of health and safety objectives.
• Assist with participation in leisure/recreational activities.
• Use electronic health record to document activities and significant events.
• Submit documentation and payroll data according to scheduled deadlines.
• Complete initial and ongoing training, and participate in staff development activities.
• Depending on the person you support, you may be required to: Administer medications. Training is provided. Nursing team supports you.
• Provide transportation to and from designated sites.
• Assist people with mobility needs, e.g. transfer techniques, a Hoyer lift and/or gait belt. Training is provided.

Skills

Independence coaching

Social skills mentoring

Daily living assistance

Meal preparation

Documentation

Mobility support

Caregiving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Lifespan Incorporated is seeking compassionate Residential Enrichment Specialists to support people with disabilities in group home and community settings. You’ll provide personalized care, teach skills for independence, and promote inclusion, under a supportive team with training and career growth opportunities.

Schedule is 7 on, 7 off (Tue–Mon 2:00 PM–11:00 PM; Sat-Sun 9:00 AM–9:00 PM). Full- and part-time roles with benefits are available; no prior behavioral health experience required as