Developmental Specialist Residential

MONARCH • Nashville, NC

25d • $15

About The Position

The Developmental Specialist supports people receiving services in achieving their personal dreams and goals. The role involves providing person-centered support that promotes self-determination, community participation, relationships, safety, and the emotional, physical, and medical well-being of each person. The specialist helps with daily home operations, transportation, planning, documentation, and implementation of each person's service plan. The position is scheduled for 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, from 3:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. Sleepovers in a residential setting may be required.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Valid U.S. driver's license.
• Experience working with children or adults, depending on the population served, who have a mental health diagnosis, an intellectual/developmental disability, or a substance use disorder is not required.

Responsibilities

• Assess each person receiving services for their hopes, dreams, and desires and provide supports that facilitate achievement.
• Support people receiving services in developing relationships in their community and with their natural supports.
• Assist people receiving services in participating fully in their community consistent with their interests.
• Protect and promote the rights of each person receiving services, and help them develop advocacy skills, participate in advocacy efforts, and use personal advocates.
• Provide support as needed to meet the emotional, physical, and medical needs of each person supported.
• Build person-centered, effective, positive relationships using approaches that promote self-determination.
• Provide input and recommendations into assessment and planning processes and development of the individual's plan.
• Implement each person's plan in accordance with the service definition, and complete required documentation, 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, vehicle cleanliness, and maintenance.
• Drive and travel as required, and arrange or provide transportation as needed.
• Help people understand emergency procedures and personal safety; use sound judgment on safety matters, including conducting fire drills, inspecting equipment, and practicing community safety procedures.
• Assist new and/or 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.
• Comply with agency policies and procedures and applicable state and federal statutes and regulations.
• Follow service definition guidelines for services provided.
• Complete other relevant responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.

Benefits

• Eligible employees may have access to customizable benefits and perks, which may include comprehensive health coverage, retirement plans, and professional development support.
• The company describes its benefits package as supporting full-time and part-time team members and their families.
• The company promotes professional growth and advancement from within. Specific benefits depend on the role, employment type, and location.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED