Weekend Residential Support Specialist: Empower Growth

MHA (Mental Health Association); Wilbraham (MA); On-site; USD 54,443,000 - 60,174,000; Full time

Job summary

MHA (Mental Health Association) in Massachusetts seeks a Residential Support Specialist to provide a supportive environment in community living settings within the Integrated Community Living program. You will travel between program locations to deliver consistent support and promote independence and community engagement for individuals with IDD or autism.

The role includes helping with daily living activities, health needs, and participation in communities while upholding dignity and choice.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Strong communication, organizational, and computer skills.
• Adaptability to participants' changing needs.
• MAP medication administration, CPR, and First Aid certifications required.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or GED; college degree preferred.
• Minimum six months of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centered support to participants in daily living activities, personal care, and skill development.
• Promote community integration by facilitating access to transportation, social activities, and external resources.
• Support health needs, including medication administration (per MAP standards), appointment scheduling, and monitoring overall wellbeing.
• Assist with financial skills and money management, maintaining accurate documentation of all expenditures.
• Respond to emergencies and crisis situations appropriately, following agency protocols and communicating with supervisors.
• Advocate for participants and help them build self-advocacy skills; serve as a liaison with families, providers, and community supports.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of Individual Service Plans (ISPs), documenting progress and participation.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including daily logs, incident reports, and health records.
• Promote a safe environment by following all safety procedures, assisting with emergency drills, and identifying potential hazards.
• Collaborate effectively with team members, attend training, maintain certifications (MAP, CPR, First Aid), and actively participate in meetings and supervision.

Skills

Communication skills

Patient care

Documentation

Crisis management

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

College degree in human services or related field (preferred)

Job description

MHA (Mental Health Association) in Massachusetts seeks a Residential Support Specialist to provide a supportive environment in community living settings within the Integrated Community Living program. You will travel between program locations to deliver consistent support and promote independence and community engagement for individuals with IDD or autism.

The role includes helping with daily living activities, health needs, and participation in communities while upholding dignity and choice.