Residential Direct Care Specialist — Evenings & Weekends

MHA (Mental Health Association); Longmeadow (MA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental &amp

Retirement Plan (403B, IRA)

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & PH

Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)

Long Term Disability

Job summary

MHA (Mental Health Association) is seeking a Residential Support Specialist to provide safe, supportive living in Integrated Community Living. You will travel between program locations to offer consistent care, helping individuals with daily tasks, goals, and community participation while promoting dignity and independence.

The role emphasizes person-centered support, skill development, and advocacy, with MAP, CPR, and First Aid certifications required.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license and driving record
• Strong communication, organizational, and computer skills
• Adaptability to participants' changing needs
• Provide personal care including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, mobility
• Pass and maintain MAP, CPR, and First Aid certifications
• Must be at least 18 years old
• High school diploma or GED; college degree preferred
• Minimum six months of relevant experience, experience with mental health/IDDs preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centered support in daily living activities and skill development
• Promote community integration through transportation and social activities
• Support health needs: medication administration, appointments, wellbeing
• Assist with money management and document expenditures
• Respond to emergencies per agency protocols and communicate with supervisors
• Advocate for participants; liaise with families, providers, and supports
• Contribute to ISPs and document progress and participation
• Maintain daily logs, incident reports, and health records
• Promote safety; assist with drills and hazard identification
• Collaborate with team; attend trainings and maintain certifications (MAP, CPR, First Aid)

Skills

Driver's license

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Computer skills

Adaptability

MAP certification

CPR certification

First Aid certification

Education

High school diploma or GED

College degree in human services or related field preferred

Tools

MAP certification

CPR certification

First Aid certification

Job description

MHA (Mental Health Association) is seeking a Residential Support Specialist to provide safe, supportive living in Integrated Community Living. You will travel between program locations to offer consistent care, helping individuals with daily tasks, goals, and community participation while promoting dignity and independence.

The role emphasizes person-centered support, skill development, and advocacy, with MAP, CPR, and First Aid certifications required.