Residential Services Specialist – Growth & Support

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Human Services, seeks a Residential Services Worker to design, guide, and evaluate residential services that support individuals in growth and achievement at the Ebensburg Center.

You will lead staff, ensure active treatment quality, and maintain documentation to meet policy requirements while engaging residents in meaningful activities. The role is full-time with 37.5 hours weekly and afternoon-to-evening shifts.

Qualifications

• Five years of paid experience performing direct care and habilitative program services for individuals with a developmental disability; or
• A bachelor's degree in the behavioral sciences, psychology, social work, education, or nursing; or
• One year of paid experience performing direct care and habilitative program services for individuals with a developmental disability; and a bachelors degree;
• 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

• Carry out residential service plans, complete assessments, and oversee active treatment activities
• Train and direct residential services aides to ensure strong delivery of supports and procedures
• Assist with examining incidents, identifying causes, and applying preventive strategies
• Review documentation to confirm accuracy, compliance, and adherence to policy requirements
• Escort individuals to events, encourage participation, and support therapeutic routines
• Participate in meetings, share information, and maintain effective communication across shifts

Skills

Direct care experience

Staff guidance

Documentation

Education

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

One year experience with degree

Job description

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Human Services, seeks a Residential Services Worker to design, guide, and evaluate residential services that support individuals in growth and achievement at the Ebensburg Center.

You will lead staff, ensure active treatment quality, and maintain documentation to meet policy requirements while engaging residents in meaningful activities. The role is full-time with 37.5 hours weekly and afternoon-to-evening shifts.