Job Description:

Job Title: Residential Support Specialist

Location: Columbia, Missouri

Department: Adult Housing

Employment Type: Full-time

Shift: Days, Evenings, Overnights, Weekends

Job Summary:

We're seeking a dedicated and compassionate Residential Support Specialist to join our dynamic team in Columbia, Missouri. In this rewarding role, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of adults with mental health challenges by providing comprehensive support and guidance to help our clients achieve their full potential.

Position Perks and Benefits:

Competitive salary and benefits, including health insurance, retirement savings, and paid time off (for full-time employees).The chance to work for an organization committed to making a positive impact in people's lives and helping them achieve their goals.Numerous opportunities to learn new skills and earn certificates that can help you advance in your career.A positive workplace where everyone is passionate about what they do and works together toward success.The satisfaction of knowing that your work helps individuals in a meaningful way every single day.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide general supervision of all residents while accurately implementing guidelines, policies, procedures, and rules under the supervision of the Program Coordinator and Assistant Director.Consistently monitor to ensure the safety of each facility and resident.Guide residents in all areas of daily living skills—cooking, cleaning, laundry, personal hygiene, and meal planning.Document resident activity and treatment progress daily through IRTS/ICPR notes, communication logs, and other required documentation in specified timeframes.Facilitate assigned groups with residents, providing feedback and communicating positive expectations.Participate in all meetings with residential staff, direct supervisors, treatment teams, and Housing Department as assigned.Monitor interactions between residents and unauthorized visitors to ensure safety.Implement treatment plan interventions and incorporate them into interactions with each resident for consistent and effective treatment across shifts.Follow procedures outlined in medication training and manuals for administering, counting, documenting, and overseeing medications as applicable.Act as ‘staff advisor’ to assigned residents and fulfill treatment planning and documentation requirements associated with this role.

Education and/or Experience Qualifications:

Must be at least 21 years of age.High school diploma or GED required; experience in Human Services or a related field preferred. A Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or related field is preferred (or equivalent).Valid Missouri Driver’s License and ability to obtain a Chauffeur’s Driver’s License; CPR and First Aid certification required.Completion of annual TB tests and physical health screenings.Successful completion of a background screening, including criminal record, driving record, abuse/neglect, and fingerprint check.

Supervisory Requirements:

None.

Employment Requirements:

Successful completion of a background check.Completion of New Hire Orientation at the beginning of employment.Compliance with all training requirements including Relias at the beginning of employment and annually thereafter.Current driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and current auto insurance.

Physical Requirements:

ADA Consideration - Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, with sedentary criteria mainly involving sitting most of the time but may include walking or standing for brief periods.

We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability or veteran status, or to other non-work related factors.

Burrell is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.