Residential Specialist Full Time, Atlantic Health Newton Medical Center, NJ
About The Position
Responsible for assisting with the operation of the Residential Program for individuals with various mental health experiences. Helps residents in all activities supporting their goals including personal care and daily living skills. Supports creation of a safe and clean-living environment for residents and assists with management of resident household, including running errands and preparation of meals. Coordinates with other staff and service providers to support the creation of comprehensive programs that focus on the development of community living skills and increased independence. Work Location - Newton & Andover area 11AM-7PM Shift OR 12PM-8PM
Responsibilities
- Participates in development and implementation of the schedule of daily activities and therapeutic services to residents.
- Assists with personal care to residents and supports residents by utilizing intervention strategies as outlined in care plans.
- Sees that daily activities proceed smoothly and that regular schedules are maintained.
- Supports administration of medication to residents in accordance with program policies, nursing care plans, and physician orders and accompanies residents to physician offices or hospital when needed.
- Provides support in the development of independent living skills, (i.e., shopping, nutrition, cooking, cleaning, etc.), self-care skills, emotional regulation, and interpersonal functioning.
- Observes resident ability to function and provides community integration and support services to residents according to individual plans of care.
- Facilitates contact and provides assistance to members of the Crisis Services Team regarding individuals in residence as needed.
- Participates in building and maintaining community connections.
- Provides shift and chart notes for residents, accurately reflecting current progress towards objectives as outlined in resident care plans.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (22.5 hours per week or above for full-time and part-time team members)
- Life & AD&D Insurance.
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (with options to supplement)
- 403(b) Retirement Plan: Employer match, additional non-elective contribution
- PTO & Paid Sick Leave
- Tuition Assistance, Advancement & Academic Advising
- Parental, Adoption, Surrogacy Leave
- Backup and On-Site Childcare
- Well-Being Rewards
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Fertility Benefits, Healthy Pregnancy Program
- Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts
- Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
