Residential Support Specialist PT 4331-1-9._

Piedmont Community Services; Rocky Mount (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Community Services is seeking a Residential Support Specialist to assist adults with developmental disabilities in a group home setting. The role involves helping with daily living activities, personal care, social support, and transportation to trainings and meetings within the community.

A valid driver’s license and basic computer skills are required. Must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or GED; experience in human services is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Basic computer skills and ability to document.
• Experience with ID/DD individuals and CNA is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist adults with developmental disabilities with daily living activities.
• Provide routine personal care and social support.
• Ensure safe, dignified living in a self-directed life within the community.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Documentation skills

Valid driver's license

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.

About Piedmont Community Services/Who We Are

Piedmont Community Services (PCS), or officially the Piedmont Regional Community Services Board, is one of 40 community services boards across the Commonwealth of Virginia that provide behavioral health, developmental disability, substance use, crisis, prevention, residential and housing services. We serve the counties of Franklin, Patrick, and Henry, and the City of Martinsville, Virginia. PCS is committed to engaging the community and providing services to improve the quality of life and mental health of individuals seeking our services.

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