Resident Assistant, CM1 (PT Days/Evenings)

Allied Services; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Allied Services in Scranton is looking for a Resident Assistant to manage programs for individuals within the Intermediate Care Facility Program. Responsibilities include direct interaction with individuals served and ensuring compliance with safety and health regulations. Candidates should have a high school diploma, effective communication skills, and experience working with intellectually or developmentally disabled individuals, among other requirements. A valid driver's license and CPR certification are also needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years experience with intellectually/developmentally disabled individuals preferred.
• CPR certification is required and must be maintained.
• Must pass state police criminal history check and physical exam.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for carrying out assigned programs to individuals of the ICF/ID.
• Spend 85% of work time in direct individual contact.
• Implement duties according to the age-specific needs of individuals served.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Basic CPR certification

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

General Summary

Administratively responsible to the Supervisor and/or the Assistant Supervisor on duty, the Resident Assistant is responsible for carrying out the assigned programs to individuals of the Intermediate Care Facility Program (ICF/ID). A minimum of 85% of work‑time is spent in direct individual contact.

Assigned duties are implemented in a manner appropriate to the age‑specific needs of the individuals served. Type of supervision exercised: none. Jobs reporting to this position: none.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Work Experience

Two (2) years experience working with intellectually/developmentally disabled individuals preferred.

Special Employment Requirements

Must be cleared by PA State Police criminal history check.

Must pass post‑job offer pre‑placement physical exam; and initial and subsequent annual TB screenings.

CPR certification must be obtained and maintained.

Must adhere to established company/program policies and procedures and regulations relating to safety and infection control.

Good verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills required for effective communication with individuals on caseload, families, outside agency representatives and program staff.

As determined by facility and work schedule, valid USA driver's license may be required for frequent and unscheduled travel to fulfill position responsibilities, i.e., individual programming, transport, and appointments.

Must successfully complete Allied’s Driver Training Program, as stated by policy #2.43.