Direct Support Professional - Residential Housing

About the position

Harbor is currently looking to add a Residential Support Specialist to our adult residential housing team in Bowling Green. The position is full-time 2nd shift from 3PM to 11PM and also works every other weekend on rotation, and includes participation in on-call staff rotation.

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.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor degree in human service field preferred.
• Experience working with severely mentally disabled population or similar population preferred.
• 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.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement plan with company match
• Generous paid time off, sick time, and paid holidays
• Tuition and professional license reimbursement programs
• Clinical supervision hours offered
• Employee referral bonuses
• Ability to make a difference in your community!