Residential Support Specialist — Empower Independence

Holcomb Behavioral Health System; Upper Chichester Township (Delaware County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

FSAs

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

403(b) with Employer Match

Employee Recognition Programs

Referral Bonus

Job summary

Holcomb Behavioral Health System in Boothwyn, PA seeks a full-time Residential Support Specialist to provide care, personal assistance, training, and quality support for individuals with intellectual disabilities in a community group home.

Responsibilities include supporting independence, guiding individuals, engaging in programs, transporting to appointments, and assisting with daily living activities while following individualized plans.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: None required.
• Licensure/Certifications: None required.
• Required Clearances: Pennsylvania Child Abuse, Criminal and fingerprint-based federal criminal history; Verification that employee is not on any Medicaid/Medicare Exclusion list.

Responsibilities

• Assist persons-served in reaching their goals of becoming more independent.
• Act as a positive role model for persons served.
• Provide guidance, instruction, coaching, and support, in accordance with individual plans.
• Engage individuals in beneficial programs and activities.
• Transport and accompany individuals into the community for appointments and outings.
• Directly assist with personal care as needed.
• Assist with meal preparation and routine homemaking duties.
• Ensure safety of the person served including medical/medication needs.
• Apply approved behavior plans and intervention strategies as/if needed.
• Complete records and reports; collect data according to Agency policy.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Holcomb Behavioral Health System in Boothwyn, PA seeks a full-time Residential Support Specialist to provide care, personal assistance, training, and quality support for individuals with intellectual disabilities in a community group home.

Responsibilities include supporting independence, guiding individuals, engaging in programs, transporting to appointments, and assisting with daily living activities while following individualized plans.