Residential Developmental Specialist — Empower Lives

Monarch; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 17,047 - 24,280; Part time

Job summary

Monarch Healthcare in Gastonia, NC is seeking a Developmental Specialist (Residential) for a part-time schedule Fri–Mon, 2pm–10pm, totaling 32 hours weekly. The role focuses on supporting people with mental health diagnoses, IDD, or substance use disorders to achieve personal goals.

You will assess dreams, help build relationships, promote community participation, ensure rights, provide advocacy support, and maintain documentation while following agency policies and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Experience with individuals with mental health diagnoses or developmental disabilities or substance use disorder preferred.
• Ability to support individuals in community integration and advocacy.

Responsibilities

• Assess individuals' hopes, dreams, and desires and provide supports to achieve them.
• Help individuals develop and maintain relationships in their community and with natural supports.
• Assist participation in community activities aligned with interests.
• Protect and promote the rights of individuals receiving services and support advocacy efforts.
• Meet emotional, physical, and medical needs as required.
• Foster person-centered relationships and self-determination.
• Contribute to planning processes and implement individual plans.
• Complete required documentation and progress notes.
• Assist with day-to-day home operations and transportation as needed.
• Provide safety training and emergency procedures awareness.
• Mentor new or current staff and participate in trainings.
• Sleepovers at residential settings may be required.
• Attend meetings and maintain certifications.

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Advocacy

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Driver's License

Job description

Monarch Healthcare in Gastonia, NC is seeking a Developmental Specialist (Residential) for a part-time schedule Fri–Mon, 2pm–10pm, totaling 32 hours weekly. The role focuses on supporting people with mental health diagnoses, IDD, or substance use disorders to achieve personal goals.

You will assess dreams, help build relationships, promote community participation, ensure rights, provide advocacy support, and maintain documentation while following agency policies and safety procedures.