Residential Care Advisor (evenings)

Pittsburgh Mercy; Carnegie (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403B with employer match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

Paid Holiday Days

Job summary

Pittsburgh Mercy seeks a dedicated staff member to support individuals with Serious Mental Illness in our Carnegie residential program. You will mentor teammates, apply strengths-based approaches, and help guide daily activities with a focus on residents' health and well-being.

The role involves on-site and community engagement, fostering socialization, and creating a supportive, family-like environment for residents and colleagues.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or equivalent education pathway.
• Valid driver’s license with ability to drive organization vehicle.
• Act 33/34/73 clearances required.
• Pre-employment drug screen required.

Responsibilities

• Provide assistance and training to individuals with Serious Mental Illness in Carnegie residential location.
• Mentor and develop a team using strengths-based approaches and positive practices.
• Support residents’ health and well-being on-site and in the community.
• Encourage socialization and participation in activities to promote well-being.
• Contribute to a compassionate, family-like site environment.

Skills

Direct care experience

Driver's license

Clearances (Act 33/34/73)

Pre-employment drug screen

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services

High School Diploma or equivalency + 1 year direct care experience

Job description

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Description:

Posting

RESPONSIBILITIES/REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services OR High School Diploma/Equivalency and 1 year of direct care experience
• Valid Drivers' License and the ability to drive an organization automobile/van
• Act 33/34/73 Clearances
• Pre-employment Drug Screen

SCHEDULE (This is a non-exempt/hourly position)

Tuesday - Saturday 3pm-11pm

Great Benefit Package: (Benefits start Day 1 of employment)

• 403B with employer match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life Insurance
• Paid Holiday Days
• Plus more

ABOUT THE ROLE

• This position will provide assistance and training to individuals with Serious Mental Illness in our residential treatment Carnegie location.
• We’re looking for people who have experience developing and mentoring a team, and who believe in a strengths-based approach, and use positive practices to help guide their everyday activities.
• .While required daily tasks to ensure the health and well-being of the residents and site are of utmost importance, this position offers many opportunities to engage with the residents both on site and out in the community.
• Along with daily interactions and conversations, staff are highly encouraged to help support the resident’s well-being through socialization, developing and encouraging participation of both and on and off-site activities, shopping, trips, and other activities that support their social and personal well-being.
• If you would enjoy working with small and diverse group residents with the ability to make direct and positive impact on their lives and well-being in the community, this is the job for you.

ABOUT YOU

• In any given day, you might cook, clean, manage medications, take residents to appointments, interact with family members, and design games and crafts.
• We’re looking for employees who are professional, flexible, compassionate, and can remain composed in stressful situations.
• This is a team-based position. Our sites are like your family home! Your dependability, integrity, empathy for others (both persons served and your fellow employees), and dedication to teamwork are essential to this position.

ABOUT PITTSBURGH MERCY

We’re a community-based health and human services organization using person-centered care to treat our area’s most vulnerable populations. We work with families in settings that are safe and familiar to them, and view them as equal partners when planning, developing, and monitoring care.

Our mission is to be a compassionate, transforming presence within our communities. We reach out to offer help – and hope – to people who are experiencing:

• Mental illness and substance abuse
• Physical health needs
• Intellectual disabilities
• Traumatic events or circumstances, including homelessness + abuse.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.