Residential Living Specialist (On-Call)

Horizon House Careers•Langhorne, PA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Residential Living Specialist provides care and supervision for all assigned residents to ensure a safe, healthy, secure, and pleasant environment that promotes and reinforces resident growth and development. The RLS assists in the design and implementation of the Individual Recovery Plans and documents participant progress as they move through the service delivery system. The RLS advocates for resident growth toward independence in self-care, daily living skills, socialization, and community living.

Requirements

A.A. degree in the social sciences or health care-related field and one year of relevant experience in the MH/MR field, or High school diploma and two years of experience in the mental health field; or any combination of experience, education, or training that would provide the level of knowledge, skill, and ability required.
Demonstrated crisis intervention/prevention and de-escalation skills required.
Good communication skills, both oral & written.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Required to possess a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

Provide all assigned participants’ basic needs and assist with skill development in the following areas: social supports, food management, self-care preservation/personal hygiene, relapse prevention, medication management, stress management techniques, money management, utilization of public transportation, and participation in meaningful and planned community activities.
Ensure participants are transported to assigned programs, appointments, and/or destinations. May arrange for transportation and/or accompany participants to appointments.
Administer medications consistent with participants’ self- medication plans, in accordance with State and Agency medication administration regulations. Inventory medications and complete all appropriate forms, as assigned. Must successfully complete the agency’s medication administration training.
Complete documentation, including progress notes, daily logs, and service plans, as required by regulations. Implement and track all participants’ progress. Provide direct input and follow-up reports on individual growth and development, as required.
Establish an ongoing dialogue with other members of the treatment team, including program staff, vocational/educational instructors, consultants, members of the medical profession, and family members, to provide continuous support.
Attend staff and other meetings as they relate to the participants’ and their overall growth and development.
Plan and initiate a variety of social and recreational activities for the participants.