Residential Support Specialist FT -4331-1-#

Piedmont Community Services; Rocky Mount (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Paid holidays

Retirement match

Life insurance

Health insurance

Dental & Vision

Wellness program

Training opportunities

Job summary

Piedmont Community Services in Virginia is seeking a Residential Support Specialist to assist adults with developmental disabilities with daily living activities, personal care, and social support in group home settings.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and good documentation skills; background checks and drug screening are part of the application process, with opportunities for training and career growth.

Qualifications

• Requires HS diploma or GED; additional human services education preferred.
• Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Background checks and drug screening required.
• Experience with ID/DD individuals and CNA a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist adults with developmental disabilities in daily living activities.
• Provide personal care, social support, and ensure a safe home environment.
• Maintain accurate patient documentation and records.
• Work rotating weekend shifts as needed; participate in trainings.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation

Driving

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Piedmont Community Services is seeking a Residential Support Specialist to assist adults with developmental disabilities on a day-to-day basis with routine personal care needs, social support, and physical assistance in a wide range of daily living activities. This position ensures that individuals living in the group home receive individualized care, maintain dignity, and enjoy a safe comfortable home environment while leading a self-directed life in their own community. Must be at least 18 years of age, have a high school diploma or GED, with additional education / experience in human services fields preferred. Basic computer skills are needed along with good patient documentation skills. Must have a valid driver's license, safe driving record, and reliable ability to transport self to worksites, trainings, and meetings. Experience with ID/DD individuals and CNA is a plus but not required. Multiple shifts needed, rotating weekend availability may be required.

Full Time with Benefits (including these + many more!)

• PCS' Outstanding BENEFITS PACKAGE Included!
• 14 Paid Holidays + 1 Floating Holiday of choice!
• VRS VA Retirement with Employer Percentage Match
• Paid Life Insurance 2X your Salary
• Employer contribution to Health Insurance
• Dental, Vision, and Supplemental Insurance options
• Wellness Program and Community Engagement opportunities
• Possibilities for additional training and certifications related to the position.

Must be willing to consent to background checks, including checks for barrier crimes, and drug screening as part of the application process.