Syracuse, NY, US
58 days ago
Resident Support Professional
Welcome page Returning Candidate? Log back in! Resident Support Professional ID 2024-48533 Location : Address 4810 South Salina Street Job Location - Site : City Syracuse Job Location - Site : State/Province NY Location : Postal Code 13205 Min Wage USD $18.62/Hr. Max Wage USD $19.15/Hr. Category Aide/Caregiver Employment Type Full-Time/Part-Time/Per Diem Overview

*NEW PAY RATES - UP TO $19.15/HR!  Part time & Per Diem Positions Available with flexible scheduling!

 

Under general supervision, the Residence Counselor is responsible for guidance and well-being of residents with psychiatric disabilities in a community residence (group home). Staff are teachers of skills with the goal of increasing resident’s independence. Staff follow individual service plans that support each resident’s goals in areas such as meal preparation, medication management, socialization, household cleaning, grocery shopping, community integration, recreation, symptom management, health awareness, and other activities. Staff work cooperatively and flexibly with the Site Supervisor and Senior Counselor to meet the needs of the residents, the goals of the program, and all deadlines.

Responsibilities Consults routinely with case managers and residents to develop, monitor and modify service plans.Documents the implementation of resident service plans following agency practices.Serves as a role model to residents to encourage increased independence.Provides supervision of resident self-administration of medications, following agency practices.Makes timely decisions in both crisis and non-crisis situations by using good judgement and accepting input from providers, appropriate staff, resident and significant others.Assists at other Community Residence sites as needed.Assists in grocery shopping for the house as needed.

 

Qualifications High school diploma, GED or ability to pass written TABE test.CPR and first aid certification or the ability to complete certification at first opportunity presented by employer required.Experience in a human services field, or working with adults with mental health disabilities strongly preferred.Must possess a valid and clean NYS driver’s’ license. Must participate in the NYS LENS program (License Event Notification) and remain compliant throughout employment.Positive, customer-focused attitude.Ability to motivate and assist residents with their daily goal plans and chores.Effective communication skills (verbal, written, listening).

PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS

Ability to lift up to 35 lbs.Ability to assist residents in pursuit of their daily activities. Benefits/Compensation Pay Range $18.62 - $19.15 / hourExcellent medical, dental, prescription and vision insuranceDisability coverageTuition Reimbursement Program401(k) Retirement/Pension PlansDiscounted Gym MembershipFree Loretto Health Clinic VisitsPaid Time-Off AccrualFun events for employeesConvenient locations with free parkingEmployee Coaches - to help you achieve life goalsDiaper Assistance ProgramOpportunity for career growth and movement within 19 sites Options Apply for this job onlineApplyShareRefer this job to a friendRefer Sorry the Share function is not working properly at this moment. Please refresh the page and try again later. Share on your newsfeed Connect With Us! Not ready to apply? Connect with us for general consideration. Application FAQs

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