1st Shift Direct Care

MHA is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping people live their best life. As a Residential Support Specialist, you will provide a supportive and safe environment in a community residential setting for individuals with acquired brain injuries. You will engage with participants, assist with daily living tasks, and promote self-advocacy skills while adhering to organizational policies and regulatory standards.

Requirements

• Engage with participants in a respectful and empowering manner to promote self-esteem, independence, and personal growth.
• Assist participants with daily living tasks such as personal care, meal preparation, shopping, and household maintenance.
• Support participants in accessing community resources, including transportation, education, social activities, and healthcare services.
• Teach and encourage self-advocacy skills while serving as a liaison with families, providers, and external parties.
• Provide financial support through budgeting, money management, and accurate documentation of expenditures.
• Monitor participant health and well-being, assist with medication administration, schedule appointments, and respond to emergencies.
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation including logs, data records, incident reports, and use of agency systems.
• Promote safety by identifying and addressing hazards, assisting with emergency drills, and following agency safety procedures.
• Demonstrate flexibility in scheduling, provide shift coverage as needed, and actively participate in team collaboration.
• Attend all required training, maintain certifications, and uphold professionalism to support program quality and standards.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (403B, IRA)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Long Term Disability