Direct Support Professional - Residential Housing

Harbor•Bowling Green, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Harbor is currently looking to add a Residential Support Specialist to our adult residential housing team in Bowling Green. This position is first shift, 6:45 AM - 3:00 PM, and is contingent, meaning it works as needed. The position also works every other weekend on rotation. The role involves supervising and/or assisting residents with daily living activities, supervising the self-administration of medication, and assisting with or preparing client resident meals. A key part of the role is understanding and supporting residents according to their individualized care plans, and contributing to the care planning process by providing observations and information to the clinical team. The position also requires organizing, developing, and implementing planned recreational/educational activities, and transporting clients to appointments and social activities as needed. Responsibilities include completing all scheduled tasks, caring for residents and the facility, and being available for back-up and emergency shift coverage. The role requires a flexible schedule and the ability to float to other locations to accommodate client or agency needs.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required.
Must have valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and be deemed insurable through Harbor’s vehicle insurance carrier for individuals working first and second shifts.
CPR/First Aid and NCI/CPI Certifications required within 90 days of employment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor degree in human service field preferred.
Experience working with severely mentally disabled population or similar population preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervise and/or assist residents’ with daily living activities.
Supervise the self-administration of medication.
Assist or prepare client resident meals.
Knowledge of the individualized care plan for residents and provision of support to the resident according to the care plan. Contribute to the care planning process by providing the clinical team with specific information and observations of the residents’ needs and preferences.
Organize, develop and implement planned recreational/educational activities.
Transport clients to appointments, social activities etc. as determined by job assignment and in accordance with driving policies.
Responsible for the completion of all scheduled tasks, care of residents and the facility (including maintenance and cleaning).
Must be available for back-up and emergency shift coverage as needed. Able to work a flexible schedule.
May float to other locations to accommodate client or agency need.