Residential Support Staff - 3rd Shift

Black Women's Mental Health Institute; Neillsville (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Loan forgiveness eligibility

Health insurance

Paid time off

Holidays

Retirement plans

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

Black Women's Mental Health Institute in Wisconsin is seeking an Adult Residential Support Professional to provide care, support, and monitoring to residents seeking recovery in a structured setting.

Responsibilities include documenting observations, assisting with life skills, coordinating medication under guidelines, and collaborating with external partners while maintaining confidentiality.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required or preferred
• Related coursework in social work, psychology, or human services is a plus
• Valid driver’s license with reliable transportation
• Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written formats
• Computer literacy for documentation, communication, and training
• Patience, self-control, flexibility, and ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Physical ability to perform duties in a community-based environment including outdoor activities

Responsibilities

• Support and positively role model residents within established policies
• Record observations and maintain records of residents' actions and behaviors
• Perform housekeeping, laundry, and organize supplies
• Monitor medication and provide medication administration as per program guidelines
• Communicate with external partners while maintaining confidentiality
• Respond to emergencies and crises appropriately
• Support residents in achieving treatment goals and adhering to clinical plans
• Assist with life skills activities, meal prep, grocery shopping, and transportation
• Collect urine specimens, administer breathalyzer tests, provide basic first aid, and facilitate educational activities

Skills

Communication

Computer literacy

Teamwork

Independence

Physical stamina

Driver's license

Flexibility

Patience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Related coursework in social work / psychology / human services

Job description

Join a Substance Use Disorder treatment facility as an Adult Residential Support Professional, providing care, support, and monitoring to residents seeking recovery.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Supporting and positively role modeling residents within established policies
• Recording observations and maintaining records of residents' actions and behaviors
• Performing housekeeping, laundry, and organizing supplies
• Monitoring medication and providing medication administration as per program guidelines
• Communicating with external partners while maintaining confidentiality
• Responding appropriately to emergencies and crises
• Supporting residents in achieving treatment goals and adhering to clinical plans
• Assisting with life skills activities, meal prep, grocery shopping, and transportation
• Collecting urine specimens, administering breathalyzer tests, providing basic first aid, and facilitating educational activities

Qualifications And Skills Required

• High School Diploma or GED; related experience or coursework in social work, psychology, or human services preferred
• Valid driver's license with reliable transportation and satisfactory driving record
• Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written formats
• Proficiency with computers for documentation, communication, and training
• Patience, self-control, flexibility, and ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Physical ability to perform duties in a community-based environment, including outdoor activities

Additional Information Includes

• Benefits such as loan forgiveness eligibility, health insurance, paid time off, holidays, retirement plans, and employee assistance programs
• Participation in training, adherence to agency policies, and respectful engagement with diverse populations
• May involve travel up to 50% for work-related activities