Residential Services Professional

South Dakota Board of Regents; Aberdeen, Northern (SD, KY); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

The South Dakota School for the Blind and Visually Impaired is seeking a part-time Residential Services Professional to supervise students in a residential setting during weeknights, weekends, and potential overnight hours.

Preference given to candidates with RN or LPN credentials; background check and MMR vaccination required; overnight stays and a valid driver's license are necessary.

Qualifications

• Preference given to those with RN or LPN credentials.
• Incumbent will be required to undergo a background investigation before employment begins.
• An arrest/conviction record will not necessarily bar employment.
• Incumbent will be required to provide documentation of MMR vaccination.
• This position requires Overnight stays, Valid Drivers License.

Responsibilities

• Supervise students who are blind/visually impaired and students with multiple disabilities in a residential setting during off-school hours, including meals and on weekends.
• Assist students with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as hygiene, organization, and personal care.
• Promote a safe, structured, and supportive living environment.
• Supervise and transport students to after-school and weekend activities, as needed.
• Prepare and/or assist with the preparation of meals.
• Support and manage student behavior using positive, consistent strategies.
• Maintain accurate residential documentation and daily logs.
• Communicate effectively with residential, educational, and administrative staff.
• Serve as a positive role model for students.
• Maintain appropriate structure, boundaries, and discipline in accordance with school policies.
• Demonstrate flexibility, initiative, professionalism, and enthusiasm in all aspects of the role.
• Support students in developing independence and social skills.
• Follow all safety procedures, including emergency and health protocols.
• Participate in required training ( CPI , medications, etc.)

Job description

Residential Services Professional position is available at The SD School for the Blind and Visually Impaired. This part-time position includes weeknight shifts (Monday-Friday, between the hours of 3:00 PM to midnight), as well as various weekend and potential overnight hours. Preference given to those with RN or LPN credentials. Salary is dependent on experience.

Primary Responsibilities

• Supervise students who are blind/visually impaired and students with multiple disabilities in a residential setting during off-school hours, including meals and on weekends.
• Assist students with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as hygiene, organization, and personal care.
• Promote a safe, structured, and supportive living environment.
• Supervise and transport students to after-school and weekend activities, as needed.
• Prepare and/or assist with the preparation of meals.
• Support and manage student behavior using positive, consistent strategies.
• Maintain accurate residential documentation and daily logs.
• Communicate effectively with residential, educational, and administrative staff.
• Serve as a positive role model for students.
• Maintain appropriate structure, boundaries, and discipline in accordance with school policies.
• Demonstrate flexibility, initiative, professionalism, and enthusiasm in all aspects of the role.
• Support students in developing independence and social skills.
• Follow all safety procedures, including emergency and health protocols.
• Participate in required training ( CPI , medications, etc.)

Ability to

• Communicate both orally and in writing.
• Always maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
• Safely assist with lifting and/or transporting students with physical needs (with or without accommodations)
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized working environment.
• Work effectively and collaboratively with co-workers and students
• Maintain appropriate structure, boundaries, and discipline.
• Follow written and verbal directions accurately

Incumbent will be required to undergo a background investigation before employment begins. An arrest/conviction record will not necessarily bar employment.

Incumbent will be required to provide documentation of MMR vaccination.

This position requires Overnight stays, Valid Drivers License

Department Description and Cultural Expectations

Will work with individuals with disabilities.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

SDSBVI is an equal opportunity employer

Contact Information

Working Conditions

Cognitive Requirements

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Protective Clothing/Equipment

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Physical Requirements

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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Reference List

Optional Documents

The South Dakota Board of Regents is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Board of Regents will take Affidatives Action to ensure that all employment practices are free of discrimination. In addition, the Board of Regents fully supports incorporation of non-discrimination and Affidatives Action rules and regulations into all of its employment practices. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by contacting the appropriate Human Resources office. Please see the Contact Us section of this webpage for more information.

Notice to all applicants: If you are selected as a finalist, job references and a background check may be conducted.

South Dakota Board of Regents
306 E. Capital Ave, Suite 200
Pierre, SD 57501
605-773-3455