Evening Residential Support Specialist (IDD/Autism)

MHA (Mental Health Association); Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental &amp

Vision)

Retirement Plan (403B, IRA)

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & HO

Public Holidays)

Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)

Long Term Disability

Pay Range: $19 - $21 an hour

Job summary

Mental Health Association (MHA) invites applications for a Residential Support Specialist in Massachusetts. You will support individuals with daily living activities, promote independence, and help with community engagement in Integrated Community Living settings.

This part-time role requires evening availability Tuesday through Saturday, 7pm–11pm, and involves travel to program locations. Responsibilities include personal care, health monitoring, documentation, and collaboration with families

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• Strong communication, organizational, and computer skills.
• Ability to pass MAP, CPR, and First Aid certifications.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or GED; college degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide respectful, person-centered support to participants in daily living activities, personal care, and skill development.
• Promote community integration by facilitating access to transportation, social activities, and external resources.
• Support participants' health needs, including medication administration (MAP standards), appointment scheduling, and wellbeing monitoring.
• Assist with financial skills and money management, maintaining accurate documentation of expenditures.
• Respond to emergencies and crisis situations, following agency protocols and communicating with supervisors.
• Advocate for participants and help build self-advocacy; liaise with families, providers, and community supports.
• Contribute to ISPs, documenting progress and participation.
• Maintain accurate documentation, including logs, incident reports, and health records.
• Promote safety, assist with drills, and identify hazards.
• Collaborate with team, attend training, maintain MAP/CPR/First Aid certifications, and participate in supervision.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Computer skills

Driving

MAP certification

CPR

First Aid

Personal care

Education

High school diploma or GED

College degree preferred in human services

Job description

Mental Health Association (MHA) invites applications for a Residential Support Specialist in Massachusetts. You will support individuals with daily living activities, promote independence, and help with community engagement in Integrated Community Living settings.

This part-time role requires evening availability Tuesday through Saturday, 7pm–11pm, and involves travel to program locations. Responsibilities include personal care, health monitoring, documentation, and collaboration with families