Residential Specialist

CrossWinds Counseling & Wellness • Emporia, KS

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About The Position

The Residential Specialist position provides quality direct support and supervision to agency clients, with the intent to assist individuals in accomplishing daily living activities, teaching individuals to live independently in community settings, and preventing or reducing hospitalizations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Computer experience in Microsoft Office programs and basic computer fluency.
• Possess a valid driver’s license
• Ability to work with persons with severe and persistent mental illness
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a therapeutic team
• Possess demonstrated interpersonal skills and ability to react effectively in a variety of human service situations.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in the health and human services field is preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assists agency clients in achieving individualized treatment, recovery, and personal growth goals through delivery of quality attendant care services.
• Observes significant behavioral changes in clients and reports changes and concerns to the Residential Services Supervisor.
• May transport individuals to and/or from various locations as required by specific work assignment.
• Maintains accurate and complete records of all client services, as defined by state licensing agencies, funding agencies, and CrossWinds standards and requirements. Submits attendant care documentation notes, timesheets, and all work-related paperwork in a timely manner and in acceptable format as determined by agency requirements.
• Attends and participates in monthly and as-needed supervision and training meetings.
• Assists in maintaining the successful operation of the residential living facilities, to include meal preparation, laundry, basic housekeeping, and assisting clients with personal hygiene skills, as required by the work assignment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED