Residential Care & Behavioral Support Specialist

PATH (People Acting to Help), Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Annual increases

Performance bonuses

Comprehensive benefits for staff and家

Generous holidays, vacation, sick and

No-cost pension plan

Professional development opportunities

Referral bonus for referrals

Job summary

PATH (People Acting to Help), Inc. is a comprehensive community behavioral health and intellectual disability center in Northeast Philadelphia. The RTA role provides direct care, supervision, and support in group and individual settings, partnering with the treatment team to promote independence.

Responsibilities include implementing service plans, assisting with daily living skills, and maintaining a safe, therapeutic environment. Strong communication and valid driver's license are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum HS diploma/GED; Associates or higher in human services preferred.
• 2 years direct experience with youth or behavioral health.
• Must use an electronic health record and electronic time keeping.
• Relate positively to youth with behavioral health concerns, including autism or ID.
• Active and valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision of residents at all times, unless independence time.
• Maintain a supportive, therapeutic relationship with each resident.
• Be aware of each resident’s service plan, history, medications and needs.
• Participate in residents’ program planning and support independence in goals.
• Act as a role model with appropriate boundaries and communication.
• Assist residents with daily living activities including hygiene, cooking, nutrition, and recreation.
• Ensure documentation is completed per PATH policies, including shift notes and progress.

Skills

Ability to relate positively to youth

Driver's license

Effective communication

Education

HS diploma / GED

Associates or higher in human services

Job description

PATH (People Acting to Help), Inc. is a comprehensive community behavioral health and intellectual disability center in Northeast Philadelphia. The RTA role provides direct care, supervision, and support in group and individual settings, partnering with the treatment team to promote independence.

Responsibilities include implementing service plans, assisting with daily living skills, and maintaining a safe, therapeutic environment. Strong communication and valid driver's license are required.