Recovery Support Specialist – Adult Residential

Lutheran Social Services; Neillsville (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PSLF eligibility

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid time off

10 paid holidays

403(b) retirement plan

Annual merit increases

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Lutheran Social Services Neillsville Center is seeking an Adult Residential Support Professional to join a trauma-informed, recovery-focused program for adults. This full-time, 2nd shift position offers alternating schedule and benefits.

You will build supportive relationships, monitor safety, assist with daily living tasks, and help residents achieve their treatment goals while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED (required).
• Valid driver’s license (required).
• Experience in human services, behavioral health, or related field preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to establish professional boundaries while demonstrating empathy and compassion.
• Problem-solving and calmness in challenging situations.
• DHS 83 training after hire.

Responsibilities

• Build positive, supportive relationships with residents.
• Monitor resident safety and well-being.
• Assist with daily living activities, housekeeping, and meal preparation.
• Administering and monitoring medications according to program guidelines.
• Document resident progress and maintaining accurate records.
• Respond calmly and effectively during emergencies or crisis situations.
• Encouraging residents to meet their treatment goals and develop independent living skills.
• Facilitating educational groups and life-skills activities.
• Transporting residents to appointments and community activities.
• Maintaining confidentiality while providing trauma-informed, person-centered care.
• Working collaboratively with a dedicated interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Strong communication

Empathy and compassion

Problem solving

Calm under pressure

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

DHS 83 training after hire

Job description

Lutheran Social Services Neillsville Center is seeking an Adult Residential Support Professional to join a trauma-informed, recovery-focused program for adults. This full-time, 2nd shift position offers alternating schedule and benefits.

You will build supportive relationships, monitor safety, assist with daily living tasks, and help residents achieve their treatment goals while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team.