Community Behavioral Health Aide & Skills Coach

Community Support Services Inc; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with 5% employer contribution

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

Paid holidays and PTO

Professional Development Assistance

Education Assistance Program

Job summary

Community Support Services in Akron, OH seeks a Residential Aide to support residents in community-based and residential settings. This hands-off role focuses on training, skill-building, and adherence to individualized service plans.

You will help with daily living tasks, monitor medications, transport to activities, and collaborate with supervisors to promote recovery-centered care. A HS diploma and driving license are required; compassion and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• One year of experience with emotionally impaired or developmentally disabled preferred.
• Ability to solve practical problems.
• Ability to develop positive relationships with individuals with mental illness, developmental disabilities, and substance abuse challenged.
• Commitment to confidentiality and HIPAA rules.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one programming on specified plans and progress notes.
• Assist residents with daily living skills and social activities.
• Monitor medication self-administration per agency procedures.
• Transport residents to daily activities as needed.
• Collaborate with Site Supervisor on resident issues.
• Redirect residents to maintain safe, respectful environments.
• Support crisis resolution using least restrictive interventions.

Skills

Empathy

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Community Support Services in Akron, OH seeks a Residential Aide to support residents in community-based and residential settings. This hands-off role focuses on training, skill-building, and adherence to individualized service plans.

You will help with daily living tasks, monitor medications, transport to activities, and collaborate with supervisors to promote recovery-centered care. A HS diploma and driving license are required; compassion and teamwork are essential.