Residential Support Specialist - Care & Transportation

City of Lincoln; Belmont (MA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Lincoln in Belmont, MA is seeking a part-time Residential Support Staff/Direct Support Professional. Base pay $17.13 per hour.

The role involves supporting individuals in daily living, observing changes in condition, and providing basic first aid, while protecting privacy and safety. Responsibilities include transporting individuals, documenting progress, assisting with meals and light maintenance, welcoming visitors, and facilitating community participation opportunities.

Qualifications

• That normally acquired in a high school diploma or GED.
• Ability to read, understand and carry out instruction.
• Must possess a valid MI Driver's license.
• Must maintain an acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Advocates for those served on personal, family, and community levels.
• Observes and documents changes in the physical and mental condition of those served.
• Administers first aid and simple nursing procedures as needed.
• Ensures the privacy and dignity of those served and reports any suspected abuse or neglect.
• Transports individuals to and from community locations using an agency vehicle or personal vehicle as needed.
• Administers programs to individuals and documents progress, as prescribed.
• Assists in meal preparation, cleaning, small home repairs and light residential maintenance duties.
• Provides hospitality to all visitors at the residence.
• Explores opportunities for community participation possibilities for those served.
• All employees will respond to health risks or any hazardous condition(s) and communicate using the agency hierarchy any potential health risk, hazardous or unsafe condition(s).

Skills

Document statistics

Effective communication

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Valid MI Driver's license

Job description

City of Lincoln in Belmont, MA is seeking a part-time Residential Support Staff/Direct Support Professional. Base pay $17.13 per hour.

The role involves supporting individuals in daily living, observing changes in condition, and providing basic first aid, while protecting privacy and safety. Responsibilities include transporting individuals, documenting progress, assisting with meals and light maintenance, welcoming visitors, and facilitating community participation opportunities.