Residential Support Specialist — Evening/Overnight

Opportunity Resources, Inc; Missoula (MT); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Opportunity Resources, Inc. is seeking a reliable Residential Substitute to support adults with disabilities in their day-to-day living. You will assist with habilitation, community inclusion, meal prep, and health and safety tasks, while documenting observations for supervisors.

This role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and, ideally, prior experience with individuals with disabilities. A Montana driver's license and a safe driving record are also required; training will be provided

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent and prior experience working with individuals with disabilities preferred.
• Must have or obtain a Montana driver's license, have an acceptable driving record, be insurable and present proof of private auto insurance in compliance with Montana State law within 1 month of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct support and supervision to individuals.
• Maintains the safety and cleanliness of inside and outside of home/apartment.
• Observes and reports health and medical needs to supervisors.
• Assists individuals in outings, shopping, and community integration.
• Assists with menu planning, shopping, and meal prep.
• Documents in writing and reports suspected incidents of abuse, exploitation, and neglect to APS and supervisors.
• Writes incident reports for events affecting health and safety.
• May implement training and service objectives as targeted by individualized service plans.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with individuals, co-workers, parents, agencies, and the public.
• Maintains professional boundaries and uses communication to participate as a team member.

Skills

Direct support

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Opportunity Resources, Inc. is seeking a reliable Residential Substitute to support adults with disabilities in their day-to-day living. You will assist with habilitation, community inclusion, meal prep, and health and safety tasks, while documenting observations for supervisors.

This role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and, ideally, prior experience with individuals with disabilities. A Montana driver's license and a safe driving record are also required; training will be provided