Residential Support Specialist - Empower Community Living

MHA (Mental Health Association); South Hadley (MA); Vor Ort; USD 26.000 - 29.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

Mental Health Association (MHA) in Massachusetts is seeking a Residential Support Specialist to provide person-centered support across community living settings. The role involves travel to program locations, assisting with daily living activities, health needs, finances, and community integration while promoting dignity and independence.

You will maintain documentation, support ISPs, participate in training, and uphold safety protocols.

Qualifikationen

• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to support daily living activities and personal care.
• MAP, CPR, and First Aid certifications required and maintained.
• Minimum 6 months of relevant experience in mental health/ID/DD/autism.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Aufgaben

• Provide respectful, person-centered support to participants in daily living activities, personal care, and skill development.
• Promote community integration by facilitating access to transportation, social activities, and external resources.
• Support participants' health needs, including medication administration (per MAP standards), appointment scheduling, and monitoring overall wellbeing.
• Assist with financial skills and money management, maintaining accurate documentation of all expenditures.
• Respond to emergencies and crisis situations appropriately, following agency protocols and communicating with supervisors.
• Advocate for participants and help them build self-advocacy skills; serve as a liaison with families, providers, and community supports.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of Individual Service Plans (ISPs), documenting progress and participation.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including daily logs, incident reports, and health records.
• Promote a safe environment by following all safety procedures, assisting with emergency drills, and identifying potential hazards.
• Collaborate effectively with team members, attend training, maintain certifications (MAP, CPR, First Aid), and actively participate in meetings and supervision.

Kenntnisse

Strong communication

Driver’s license

Adaptability

Personal care

MAP certification

CPR

First Aid

18+ years old

HS diploma or GED

Experience with mental health/ID/DD

Ausbildung

High school diploma or GED

College degree preferred in human services

Jobbeschreibung

Mental Health Association (MHA) in Massachusetts is seeking a Residential Support Specialist to provide person-centered support across community living settings. The role involves travel to program locations, assisting with daily living activities, health needs, finances, and community integration while promoting dignity and independence.

You will maintain documentation, support ISPs, participate in training, and uphold safety protocols.