Residential Support Specialist (Carnegie area)

Trinity Health; United States; On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits Start Day One

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life Insurance and 403(b) Retirement

Job summary

Pittsburgh Mercy, part of Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic, seeks a Residential Support Specialist to provide compassionate, person-centered care for residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a supportive home setting.

Responsibilities include developing individualized care plans, assisting with daily tasks, implementing behavioral supports, and coordinating with a care team to promote independence and inclusion.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license and ability to drive an agency vehicle
• Ability to pass Act 33/34/73 clearances
• Pre-employment drug screening, physical exam, and TB test
• Completion of Department of Public Welfare Medication Training within 90 days of hire

Responsibilities

• Personalized Support: Develop and implement individualized care plans reflecting each resident’s needs and preferences
• Daily Living Assistance: Help residents with personal hygiene, meals, medications, and household tasks
• Behavioral Support: Implement positive behavioral strategies with the care team
• Community Engagement: Organize recreational outings, social events, and activities
• Team Collaboration: Coordinate with healthcare professionals, therapists, and staff to support progress

Skills

Compassionate care

Team collaboration

Observation & reporting

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Description: Position Purpose: At Pittsburgh Mercy, we believe in empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to lead fulfilling, independent lives. As a Residential Support Specialist, you’ll be a vital part of that mission—providing compassionate, person-centered care in a supportive home environment.

What You Will Do

• Personalized Support: Develop and implement individualized care plans that reflect each resident’s unique needs, goals, and preferences.
• Daily Living Assistance: Help residents with essential daily tasks such as personal hygiene, meal preparation, medication administration, and household responsibilities—encouraging independence every step of the way.
• Behavioral Support: Collaborate with the care team to implement positive behavioral strategies, creating a calm and respectful living environment.
• Community Engagement: Organize and participate in recreational outings, social events, and community activities to foster inclusion and connection.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with healthcare professionals, therapists, and fellow support staff to ensure a holistic, coordinated approach to care. Share observations and updates to support each resident’s progress.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license and ability to drive an agency vehicle
• Ability to pass Act 33/34/73 clearances
• Pre-employment drug screening, physical exam, and TB test
• Completion of Department of Public Welfare Medication Training within 90 days of hire

Schedule

• Sunday/Monday/Tuesday 2:30 pm-10:00 pm
• Wednesday/Thursday Off
• Friday/Saturday 2:30 pm-10:00 pm

Position Highlights and Benefits

• Benefits Start Day One!
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance and 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Generous Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays

Supportive Work Environment

Be part of a mission-driven team that values compassion, dignity, and inclusion.

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services.

Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs.

For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.