Residential Support Staff

Liberty Behavioral & Community Services, Inc.; Sugar Grove (WV); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Liberty Community Programs in Sugar Grove, WV invites applications for a Residential Support Staff member. You will provide direct care, supervise residents, assist with daily living activities, and help implement individualized care plans to foster safety and independence.

The role may involve evenings, weekends, and overnight shifts in a housing-based setting. You will document daily activities, monitor health, and collaborate with the team to support residents in accessing community resources.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and supervision to residents, ensuring their safety and well-being.
• Assist clients with daily living activities, including personal hygiene, meal preparation, and household chores.
• Implement individualized care plans in collaboration with other team members.
• Engage residents in recreational activities and skill-building exercises to promote social interaction and independence.
• Monitor residents’ physical and emotional health, reporting any significant changes to the supervisor.
• Maintain accurate documentation of daily activities, incidents, and observations in compliance with state regulations and agency policies.
• Participate in regular staff meetings, contributing insights related to residents’ care and any operational challenges.
• Ensure compliance with all safety and health policies, including following infection control procedures.
• Support residents in accessing community resources and activities.

Job description

Position Overview

Public assistance plays a pivotal role in providing essential services and support to individuals experiencing intellectual disabilities and mental health challenges. As a Residential Support Staff member at Liberty Community Programs, your focus will be on assisting clients within a group home setting. The goal is to foster a safe, nurturing, and educational environment that enhances the quality of life for residents.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and supervision to residents, ensuring their safety and well-being.
• Assist clients with daily living activities, including personal hygiene, meal preparation, and household chores.
• Implement individualized care plans in collaboration with other team members.
• Engage residents in recreational activities and skill-building exercises to promote social interaction and independence.
• Monitor residents’ physical and emotional health, reporting any significant changes to the supervisor.
• Maintain accurate documentation of daily activities, incidents, and observations in compliance with state regulations and agency policies.
• Participate in regular staff meetings, contributing insights related to residents’ care and any operational challenges.
• Ensure compliance with all safety and health policies, including following infection control procedures.
• Support residents in accessing community resources and activities.

Work Environment

This position requires working in a residential environment, which may involve evenings, weekends, and overnight shifts. The atmosphere is dynamic and requires staff to be adaptable to changing circumstances and the specific needs of the residents.