Residential Support Specialist

Community Concepts•Lewiston, ME

6d•Onsite

About The Position

We are hiring a brand new team of Residential Support Specialists in our adult residential program in Lewiston. These positions are responsible for all aspects of direct client care in a Crisis Stabilization Unit. We are currently hiring for multiple shift options including 36 hours Sunday-Tuesday 7a-7p, 36 hours Thursday-Saturday 7a-7p, 40 hours Monday-Friday 7a-3p, 40 hours Monday-Friday 3-11pm, 40 hours Sunday-Wednesday 9p-7a, and 30 hours Thursday-Saturday 9p-7a. The starting pay rate is $18.20/hr with shift differentials available for nights and weekends.

Requirements

High School Diploma/G.E.D. required
Obtain and maintain MHRT-1 Certification
Pre-employment background checks: Maine Background Check Center (SBI, Direct Care Worker Registry, Maine and National Sex Offender Registry, fraud, and federal debarment), DHHS- Child and Adult Protective, and DMV must be completed upon offer of hire and as a condition of continued employment
Valid driver’s license and travel within the service area is required

Nice To Haves

Provided training to obtain MHRT-1 Certification, including CRMA and First Aide/CPR

Responsibilities

Provides ongoing support and care for clients, maintaining quality case recording, and encourages client’s compliance with various treatment and care plans
Encourages client’s daily living activities
Responsible for on-site health, safety, diet, and security, including cleanliness and tidiness to support a tranquil atmosphere for clients
Performs and coordinates various assessments, referrals, and discharge plans

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life, short and long-term disability
Paid Time Off (up to 18 days for full time employees)
13 Paid holidays
Retirement plan with agency contribution and match, totalling up to 6%

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