Weekend Residential Support Specialist

MHA (Mental Health Association); South Hadley (MA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

MHA (Mental Health Association) in Massachusetts seeks a Residential Support Specialist to provide supportive, person-centered care in community residential settings within the Integrated Community Living (ICL) department. You will travel between program locations, fostering growth, independence, and community engagement for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities or autism.

You will assist with daily living activities, personal goals, and participation in communities while

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record required.
• MAP, CPR, and First Aid certifications must be maintained.
• Must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Provide respectful, person-centered support in daily living activities and skills development.
• Promote community integration by facilitating access to transportation and social activities.
• Support health needs, including medication administration, appointment scheduling, and wellbeing monitoring.
• Assist with financial skills and money management, and document expenditures accurately.
• Respond to emergencies, follow agency protocols, and communicate with supervisors.
• Advocate for participants and build self-advocacy, liaising with families and providers.
• Contribute to ISPs and document progress and participation.
• Maintain accurate daily logs, incident reports, and health records.
• Promote safety through procedures, drills, and hazard identification.
• Collaborate with team, attend trainings, maintain MAP/CPR/First Aid certifications, and participate in meetings.

Skills

Driver's license

MAP CPR First Aid

Time management

Verbal/written communication

Independent then collaborative

Education

High school diploma or GED

College degree preferred

Job description

MHA (Mental Health Association) in Massachusetts seeks a Residential Support Specialist to provide supportive, person-centered care in community residential settings within the Integrated Community Living (ICL) department. You will travel between program locations, fostering growth, independence, and community engagement for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities or autism.

You will assist with daily living activities, personal goals, and participation in communities while