Residential Support Specialist - Empower Lives & Skills

North Suffolk; Chelsea (MA); Presencial; USD 28.000 - 30.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

PTO & Vacation

Sick Days

Paid Holidays

Loan Forgiveness

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

403(b) Retirement

Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending

Descripción de la vacante

North Suffolk is seeking Residential Support Specialists and Direct Support Specialists to join our team in Chelsea and surrounding towns. The roles provide direct care to individuals in a residential setting, including those with mental health diagnoses and developmental disabilities.

Entry level and experienced candidates are encouraged to apply. The organization emphasizes helping individuals reach their full potential, with a strong focus on community integration, health and wellness, and

Formación

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's degree in any related field preferred.
• Experience supporting individuals in mental health/special ed or human services settings.
• Experience with populations having severe mental illness and/or substance use disorder.
• Must have valid Driver's license.
• Must be or able to become MAP certified.
• Must be or able to become CPR/First Aid certified within five months of hire (training provided).

Responsabilidades

• Implement individual treatment plans for residents.
• Assist with daily living activities including meals, money management, doctor's appointments, and personal hygiene.
• Engage residents and collaborate to improve health and wellness, manage symptoms, and restore skills for self-directed living.
• Ensure appropriate staff-to-client ratio at all times.
• Develop and promote a supportive relationship with residents.
• Provide side-by-side support and coaching to help people socialize and participate in the community.

Conocimientos

Driver's license

MAP certification

CPR/First Aid

Educación

High School Diploma

Bachelor's degree preferred

Descripción del empleo

North Suffolk is seeking Residential Support Specialists and Direct Support Specialists to join our team in Chelsea and surrounding towns. The roles provide direct care to individuals in a residential setting, including those with mental health diagnoses and developmental disabilities.

Entry level and experienced candidates are encouraged to apply. The organization emphasizes helping individuals reach their full potential, with a strong focus on community integration, health and wellness, and