Residential Support Specialist

Chesterfield County; Chesterfield Court House (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Mental Health Support Services (MHSS) in Virginia is seeking a full-time Residential Counselor to provide direct supports, counseling, and skills training to individuals with intellectual disabilities in residential settings.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a human services field, experience with intellectual disabilities, and preferred certifications such as CPR, First Aid, and Medication Administration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a human services field such as psychology, sociology, rehabilitation counseling, or related field
• Two years of related experience with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred
• Medication Administration certification preferred; CPR & First Aid preferred; experience using an electronic health record preferred

Responsibilities

• Provides direct supports to adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities in a group home setting
• Supports in a supported living program to promote inclusion and self-directed services
• Assists with activities of daily living (cooking, feeding, bathing, transportation, medication administration)
• Maintains consumer files and ensures compliance with agency and state requirements
• Keeps facility and vehicle records up to date and reports as needed
• Implements treatment, health, safety and behavioral plans
• participates in on-call rotation for emergencies
• Maintains safe, clean living environment and detailed service delivery documentation
• Performs other duties as required

Skills

CPR & First Aid

Medication Administration

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in human services

Job description

Mental Health Support Services (MHSS) in Virginia is seeking a full-time Residential Counselor to provide direct supports, counseling, and skills training to individuals with intellectual disabilities in residential settings.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a human services field, experience with intellectual disabilities, and preferred certifications such as CPR, First Aid, and Medication Administration.