Resident Support Specialist I - Kyle Garden Square (Minneapolis)

Touchstone Mental Health • Minneapolis, MN

4d • $19 • Onsite

About The Position

TMH’s Resident Support Specialist I provides support to residents with Kyle Garden Square, a supportive housing program for 59 residents.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting adults with mental illness and/or co-occurring disorders preferred
• Experience supporting adults experiencing long-term homelessness preferred.
• Ability to work a variety of shifts to ensure staff coverage preferred.
• Ability to work at multiple locations preferred. Other locations are in the Seward and Longfellow neighborhoods of Minneapolis.

Responsibilities

• Establish supportive and motivational relationships with residents; coach residents to utilize coping strategies and complete activities of daily living; assist in the completion of independent living skills; and provide rehabilitative skills training.
• Observe residents for changes in health symptoms; redirect maladaptive behaviors; perform behavioral management interventions; and de-escalate mental health crises.
• Perform delegated nursing services, including the administration of medications, as unlicensed personnel under the direction of the nursing staff.
• Promote participation in community activities; and provide support and prompts that encourage socialization.
• Support the cleanliness of common areas and complete housekeeping duties in resident apartments.
• Ensure residents and their guests are following site guidelines to ensure the facility is safe and secure.
• Collaborate with other staff members, consultants, interns and/or volunteers.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed