Residential Support Specialist — Help Residents Thrive

North Suffolk Community Services, Inc.; Chelsea, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health & dental insurance

Employer paid life insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Disability insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Credit union access

Tuition remission program

Job summary

North Suffolk Community Services, Inc. is seeking Residential Support Specialists and Direct Support Specialists to join our Chelsea-based team. You will provide direct care in residential settings for individuals with mental health needs or developmental disabilities across several locations in the area.

We welcome both entry-level and experienced candidates. The role offers daytime, evening, and overnight shifts, with benefits including PTO, holidays, insurance, and retirement options.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree in any related field preferred.
• Experience supporting individuals in mental health/human services setting or with severe mental illness/substance use disorder.
• Must have valid Driver’s license, MAP certification, and CPR/First Aid certification within five months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Implement individual treatment plans for residents.
• Assist with daily living activities including meal prep, money management, doctor’s appointments and personal hygiene.
• Engage residents to improve health, stabilize symptoms and develop self-management skills.
• Maintain appropriate staff-to-client ratios at all times.
• Develop a supportive relationship with residents and promote social engagement.
• Provide side-by-side support to help residents participate in the community.

Skills

Driver’s license

MAP certification

CPR/First Aid certification

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

North Suffolk Community Services, Inc. is seeking Residential Support Specialists and Direct Support Specialists to join our Chelsea-based team. You will provide direct care in residential settings for individuals with mental health needs or developmental disabilities across several locations in the area.

We welcome both entry-level and experienced candidates. The role offers daytime, evening, and overnight shifts, with benefits including PTO, holidays, insurance, and retirement options.