Resident Assistant, CM4 (Call-in)

Allied Services; Taylor (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Allied Services seeks a Resident Assistant to support individuals in the Intermediate Care Facility Program (ICF/ID). The role emphasizes direct interaction, with at least 85% of time spent in direct contact with residents and implementing assigned programs in alignment with age-specific needs.

Responsibilities include adhering to safety and infection control policies, maintaining clear verbal and written communication with residents, families, and staff, and participating in required trainings

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Two years experience working with intellectually/developmentally disabled individuals preferred.

Responsibilities

• Carry out assigned programs to individuals in the ICF/ID.
• Spend 85%+ of work-time in direct individual contact with residents.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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.

Brief 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.

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.