Youth Independent Living Overnight Support Specialist, PT

Intercept Health•Abingdon, VA

7d•$17 - $20

About The Position

As an Overnight Support Specialist for Intercept Health's Youth Quest, you will serve as a positive role model for residents to observe and learn socially effective values, attitudes, and behaviors. You will contribute to the formulation and implementation of each resident's transitional living plan and assist with life skills learning, transportation, and administrative duties.

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in a human services field such as Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or Special Education; OR a high school diploma and at least one year of experience working with children and/or families.

Responsibilities

Use interpersonal communication skills to gain resident cooperation and resolve conflicts while maintaining appropriate relationships and not disclosing personal or social information to residents.
Transport, accompany, and directly supervise residents on community outings, activities, and appointments.
Guide residents in personal hygiene and proper condominium care; assist with meal preparation; instruct residents in housekeeping and laundry procedures; and review completion of weekly chores.
Apply the behavioral system fairly, firmly, and consistently.
Supervise medication administration as appropriate.
Check each condominium to ensure residents are in by curfew, working, or on an approved pass.
Document incidents in the communication log and contact the Life Skills Coach or Program Supervisor.
Record accurate and complete resident-chart information, including behavior, critical incidents, AWOLs, restrictions, and unusual sleep patterns.