Residential Support Specialist PT 4331-3-9._

Piedmont Community Services; Martinsville (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Community Services seeks a Residential Support Specialist to assist adults with developmental disabilities in a group home setting in Martinsville, VA. You will help with routine personal care, social support, and daily living activities, promoting dignity and independence.

Applicants should be at least 18, have a high school diploma or GED, basic computer skills, and strong documentation. A valid driver's license and reliable transportation are required; CNA experience is a plus but

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Basic computer skills and good patient documentation.
• Valid driver's license with reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Assist adults with developmental disabilities with routine personal care, social support, and daily living activities.
• Ensure individuals receive individualized care, maintain dignity, and live safely in the home.
• Support independence and a self-directed life in the community.
• Document care and activities accurately and promptly.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Patient documentation skills

Driver's license

Transportation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Human services education/experience preferred

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.