Compassionate Residential Support Specialist

AltaPointe Health Systems; Sylacauga (AL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

AltaPointe Health Systems in Alabama operates six group homes in West Mobile and Semmes, providing a supportive, safe environment for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

This role focuses on daily care, medication assistance, crisis de-escalation, meal prep, transportation to activities, documentation, and collaboration with the care team to deliver person-centered services.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid Alabama driver's license.
• Must be 23+ years old with liability insurance.
• MAC certification completed.
• Defensive Driving certification completed.

Responsibilities

• Monitors people served and trains on Person Centered Planning.
• Assists with personal care, medication administration, meals and safety.
• Stocking groceries and kitchen supplies per dietary orders.
• Recognizes crisis indicators and de-escalates appropriately.
• Maintains Nurse Delegation program compliance and documentation.
• Ensures appointments and activities are kept; transports as needed.
• Models appropriate behavior and assists with housekeeping.
• Completes shift handoffs and collaborates with the team.
• Follows health, safety, and policy procedures.

Skills

Psychiatric disorders knowledge

Cultural diversity awareness

Behavior management

Crisis intervention

Adult education methods (psychiatric)

Driver's license

Medication Assistance Certification (M

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

AltaPointe Health Systems in Alabama operates six group homes in West Mobile and Semmes, providing a supportive, safe environment for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

This role focuses on daily care, medication assistance, crisis de-escalation, meal prep, transportation to activities, documentation, and collaboration with the care team to deliver person-centered services.