Intensive Support and Stabilization Residential Specialist - Residential Services (Anaconda MT)

Aware Inc.•Anaconda, MT

8d•Onsite

About The Position

AWARE is hiring a Residential Specialist for its Intensive Support and Stabilization Care residential services in Anaconda, Montana. The role supports adults, children, and families in becoming active members of their communities while focusing on personal growth. The Residential Specialist helps implement individual support plans and provide care to residents with developmental disabilities, using behavioral techniques, interventions, and skill-building approaches under AWARE’s Unconditional Care Philosophy. The role also assists the Residential Manager with managerial and supervisory tasks as needed. Starting pay is $28.00 per hour.

Requirements

At least three years of experience, or an associate degree in a Human Services field, or at least a bachelor’s degree in any field and a minimum of two years of appropriate, related Human Services experience.
Ability to implement individual support plans under AWARE’s Unconditional Care Philosophy, using knowledge of behavioral techniques, interventions, and skill-building techniques and understanding the emotional and behavioral needs of individuals diagnosed with a developmental disability.
Computer literacy, including the ability to navigate and record information using performance-based software and an electronic medical records system.
Interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills to work as a team member, make observations and report them accurately, learn resident care methods, and follow oral and written instructions.

Responsibilities

Check daily documentation, including treatment plans, clinical notes, staff notes, and communication logs.
Ensure the appropriate weekly menu is posted and meals are prepared properly.
Organize structured group activities each day.
Assist with house cleaning and organization.
Assist with scheduling, interviews, training, and related matters.
Assist the Residential Manager with managerial and supervisory tasks as needed.
Use H.E.L.P., including therapeutic holds, when a resident is determined to be a danger to themselves or others; provide basic First Aid and/or CPR when needed.
Attend and participate in mandatory training, in-services, staff meetings, and assigned corporate committees.
Complete onboarding training and pass testing in H.E.L.P. (de-escalation and therapeutic holds), Medication Certification, First Aid/CPR, Blood Borne Pathogens, SHED Safety, Safe Vehicle Operations, Safety Data Sheet (SDS), HIPPA, Professional Care Giver, and AWARE’s Behavioral Competency (ABC).
Use and accurately record data in AWARE’s Electronic Medical Records System as assigned, outlined, and trained.