Residential Services Worker - Ebensburg Center (1st Shift)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Cambria County, PA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Are you ready to support individuals in a residential setting where confidence, independence, and steady progress are encouraged? As a Residential Services Worker with the Ebensburg Center, you will play an important part in shaping daily experiences for individuals in your care. This position provides the chance to design and deliver activities that support learning and personal growth. Your leadership and support will help staff and residents work together toward shared goals. Become a part of a team where your commitment helps create positive outcomes for those you serve! Watch this video to see how you can make a difference at the Ebensburg Center!

Requirements

• Five years of paid experience performing direct care and habilitative program services for individuals with a developmental disability; or A bachelor's degree in the behavioral sciences, psychology, social work, education, or nursing; or One year of paid experience performing direct care and habilitative program services for individuals with a developmental disability; and a bachelors degree; or Any equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within three months of graduating with a qualifying degree.
• You must meet the PA residency requirement.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.
• A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination.
• This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act. Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance.

Responsibilities

• Implement residential components of support plans and monitor services to encourage active treatment
• Train and direct Residential Services Aides in carrying out program activities and daily responsibilities
• Assist in identifying causes of incidents and recommend strategies to prevent future occurrences
• Review documentation for accuracy and compliance to maintain complete electronic charts
• Help staff build the skills needed to deliver training plans and effective supports
• Engage in interdisciplinary team meetings and center events to promote communication and teamwork

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level