Residential Services Specialist - Empower Lives & Growth

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Ebensburg (Cambria County); On-site; USD 53,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Ebensburg Center in Ebensburg, PA, seeks a Residential Services Worker to support individuals in a residential setting, fostering confidence, independence, and progress. You will design and deliver activities that promote learning and personal growth, while guiding staff and residents toward shared goals.

The role involves implementing training plans, supervising Residential Services Aides, and participating in interdisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Five years of paid experience performing direct care and habilitative program services for individuals with a developmental disability.
• A bachelor's degree in the behavioral sciences, psychology, social work, education, or nursing.
• One year of paid experience performing direct care and habilitative program services for individuals with a developmental disability; and a bachelor’s degree; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within three months of graduating with a qualifying degree.

Responsibilities

• Implement residential components of support plans and monitor services to encourage active treatment
• Train and direct Residential Services Aides in carrying out program activities and daily responsibilities
• Assist in identifying causes of incidents and recommend strategies to prevent future occurrences
• Review documentation for accuracy and compliance to maintain complete electronic charts
• Help staff build the skills needed to deliver training plans and effective supports
• Engage in interdisciplinary team meetings and center events to promote communication and teamwork

Skills

Direct care experience

Habilitative programs

Education

Bachelor's degree in behavioral sciences, psychology, social work, education, or nursing

Job description

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Ebensburg Center in Ebensburg, PA, seeks a Residential Services Worker to support individuals in a residential setting, fostering confidence, independence, and progress. You will design and deliver activities that promote learning and personal growth, while guiding staff and residents toward shared goals.

The role involves implementing training plans, supervising Residential Services Aides, and participating in interdisciplinary teams.