Resident Specialist III

Texas Health & Human Services Commission•Austin, TX

11d•$3,248 - $4,837

About The Position

The Resident Specialist III works in a residential environment at the Austin State Supported Living Center, which serves people with intellectual and developmental disabilities who may be medically fragile or have behavioral problems. The role oversees daily environmental care and upkeep of facility buildings, homes, and workshops, working closely with residential and support staff to maintain safety, cleanliness, sanitation, and environmental standards. The specialist monitors environments, documents activities and deficient conditions, reports issues to relevant departments and supervisors, and supports staff and residents in maintaining a high-quality environment. The position works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for initiative and independent judgment, and may supervise or train others. The position may require a specific or rotating shift, extended hours, overtime, weekends, and holidays. It may also require alternate shifts or locations during disaster response, recovery, or Continuity of Operations activation. Travel is up to 5%, and telework may be available subject to state and agency policies, supervisor discretion, and business needs.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities in a residential living facility.
Experience with life-safety codes and standards, environmental services, and facility inspection practices.
Experience communicating effectively orally and in writing.
Experience with Microsoft software such as Outlook, Internet Explorer, Excel, and Word.
Knowledge of life-safety codes and standards and ICF-IID regulatory standards.
Knowledge of environmental services, facility inspection practices, and work-order systems used by support services departments.
Knowledge of techniques for planning and supervising recreational and social activities in a residential rehabilitation setting; child and adolescent problems, growth, and development; and planning and monitoring activities of residents in special schools or correctional homes.
Ability to facilitate productive interactions among multiple departments, conduct investigations, train others, and supervise the work of others.
Graduation from a standard senior high school or equivalent is generally preferred.
Experience and education may substitute for one another on a year-for-year basis.
Must pass a fingerprint criminal background check, pre-employment drug screen, and specified registry checks, including CANRS, Nurse Aide, Medication Aide, Employee Misconduct, and the HHS List of Excluded Individuals/Entities.
Must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for employment at a state-operated facility.
Males between ages 18 and 25 must be registered with the Selective Service.
State Supported Living Center employees are subject to random drug testing.
Must be willing to work weekends and holidays; flexibility in work hours, overtime, or extended hours may be required.

Responsibilities

Oversee the quality of resident living and workshop environments and the support services provided in those environments.
Oversee building life-safety appurtenances and environmental health issues, respond to emergencies or complaints according to policy and procedure, and ensure an acceptable level of environmental care.
Coordinate environmental programs, inspections, and related documentation within the facility and with external facilities.
Ensure accountability for facility property, equipment, and residential home and workshop items, and request custodial or maintenance services as needed.
Represent the facility in daily IMRT meetings concerning environmental issues and concerns.
Ensure the safety and security of residents’ property.
Monitor and evaluate facility conditions, inspect areas daily, and prepare reports of findings.
Serve as a resource to residential staff on environmental issues and activities.
Communicate with facility employees and other interested parties about environmental concerns and plan remedies for deficient practices.
Maintain facility property and equipment, residents’ personal effects, home and workshop equipment, furniture, décor, and interior and exterior environments.
Assist with facilities management tasks, which may include repairs, key controls, and supply or equipment requisitions.
May develop and evaluate programs, conduct training programs, and train or supervise others.
Participate in or support disaster response, recovery, or Continuity of Operations activation as assigned.
Attend work regularly, follow assigned shift schedules, and perform other duties as assigned.