Developmental Specialist Residential

MONARCH • Nashville, NC

5d

About The Position

The Developmental Specialist supports people receiving services in pursuing their personal dreams and goals. The role involves providing person-centered support that promotes self-determination, community participation, relationships, advocacy, safety, and the emotional, physical, and medical well-being of the people supported. The position is in a residential setting and may require sleepovers.

The specialist contributes to assessment and planning, implements individual plans, completes required documentation, and helps with the day-to-day operation of the home. The role also includes transportation, safety procedures, staff orientation and mentoring, and participation in required meetings and training. The position is scheduled for 12 hours per week every other weekend: Saturday and Sunday, 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. The stated minimum pay is $15.00; no pay period is specified.

Monarch Healthcare provides care in communities across North Carolina and Rhode Island, supporting people and families impacted by mental illness, substance use disorders, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and traumatic brain injury. The employer describes a positive and encouraging work environment and notes that it promotes from within and supports professional growth. Benefits and perks vary by role, employment type, and location and may include health coverage, retirement plans, and professional development support.

Requirements

• High school diploma required.
• Valid U.S. driver's license required.
• Experience working with children or adults with a mental health diagnosis, intellectual/developmental disability, or substance use disorder is not required.
• Must complete and maintain certifications required by agency, state, and federal training requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assess people receiving services for their hopes, dreams, and desires and provide supports that facilitate achievement.
• Support people in developing relationships in their community and with their natural supports.
• Assist people in participating fully in their community in ways consistent with their interests.
• Protect and promote the rights of people receiving services; help them develop advocacy skills, participate in advocacy efforts, and use personal advocates.
• Provide support to meet the emotional, physical, and medical needs of people supported.
• Build person-centered, effective, positive relationships using approaches that promote self-determination.
• Provide input and recommendations for assessments, planning, and development of individual plans.
• Implement individual plans according to service definitions and document as required by service definitions and agency policy, including goal completion, actions toward outcomes, incident reports, and timesheets.
• Complete daily progress notes and communication logs to help ensure appointments, goals, and interests are met.
• Assist with day-to-day home operations, including housekeeping, meal preparation, laundry, shopping, lawn care, and vehicle cleanliness and maintenance.
• Drive and travel as required and arrange or provide transportation to people receiving services as needed.
• Help people understand emergency procedures and personal safety; use sound judgment on safety issues, including conducting fire drills, inspecting equipment, and practicing community safety procedures.
• Assist new and current staff with orientation, mentoring, and training.
• Attend and actively participate in required meetings and training, and maintain certifications required by the agency and applicable state and federal requirements.
• Follow agency policies and procedures and applicable state and federal statutes and regulations for the program area.
• Follow service definition guidelines for services provided.
• Complete other relevant responsibilities assigned by the supervisor.

Benefits

• Competitive and flexible total rewards package for eligible employees; offerings may include comprehensive health coverage, retirement plans, and professional development support.
• The employer describes a comprehensive, competitive benefits package supporting full-time and part-time team members and their families; specific offerings vary by role, employment type, and location.
• Professional growth opportunities, including promotion from within and development of future leaders.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED