Residential Advisor: Empower Independent Living

PATHWAYS COMMUNITY LIVING; McCandless (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Pathways Community Living in the United States seeks a dedicated Residential Advisor to support individuals with intellectual disabilities in a community home setting. This is a full-time, non-exempt position emphasizing safety, independence, and compassionate care while adhering to agency policies.

You will assist with daily living activities, hygiene, transportation, and community participation, documenting progress and following the Individualized Support Plan.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, or extensive experience or training in intellectual disabilities or mental health.

Responsibilities

• Provides residential support for individuals with intellectual disabilities in a community home setting.
• Maintains a positive working relationship with identified participants, community agencies, medical professionals, and other collaborative entities.
• Ensures the safety, health, and well-being of individuals with intellectual disabilities by providing residential supports.
• Provide assistance with bathing, toileting, and all aspects of hygiene.
• Maintains a calm home environment that enables participants to live an independent life.
• Provides support in daily living activities.
• Implements aspects of the participant's Individualized Support Plan.
• Creates and promotes opportunities for participants to fully achieve their goals.
• Provides support in daily living activities.
• Encourages skill development and goal attainment.
• Participates in community activities that promote socialization for participants.
• Provides transportation for participants to fully engage in the community.
• Documents clearly the daily progress of participants in ALIS, and other systems: at the completion of each shift.
• Commits to high-quality residential services for all participants.
• Complies with all policies, procedures, and Chapter 6400 regulations.
• Remains flexible to work rotating shifts with non-traditional hours to meet the needs of the participants.

Skills

Ability to work independently

Decision making

Time management

Oral and written communication

Professionalism

Punctuality

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Pathways Community Living in the United States seeks a dedicated Residential Advisor to support individuals with intellectual disabilities in a community home setting. This is a full-time, non-exempt position emphasizing safety, independence, and compassionate care while adhering to agency policies.

You will assist with daily living activities, hygiene, transportation, and community participation, documenting progress and following the Individualized Support Plan.