Residential Support

Residential Support SpecialistNorth Suffolk is looking for Residential Support Specialists and Direct Support Specialists to join our team! These team members provide direct care to individuals living in a residential setting. Residential Support Specialists work with individuals with various mental health related diagnoses, while Direct Support Specialists work with clients with developmental disabilities. As a nonprofit organization, we believe that every individual deserves the opportunity to reach their full potential. We are looking for both entry level and experienced individuals to work in our residential homes.What youll do:Offer guidance for residents during skills buildingImplement individual treatment plans for residentsAssist with daily living activities, including meal preparation, money management, doctors appointments and assisting with personal hygieneEngage people and partner with them to improve their health and wellness, achieve symptom stabilization and self-management and develop and/or restore skills impacted by mental illness to help them live a self-directed life.Ensure appropriate staff-to-client ratio at all timeDevelop and promote a supportive relationship with the residentsProvide side-by-side support and coaching to help people socialize and become more involved in their community.What youll need:Education: High School diploma or GED required. Bachelors degree in any related field preferred.Experience: Experience supporting individuals in a mental health/special education or other human services setting OR experience working with a population that has severe and persistent mental illness and/or substance use disorder.Skills: Must have valid Drivers license. Must be or able to become MAP certified. Must be or able to become CPR/First Aid certified within five months of hire (training provided).Salary:$20 per hour$2.00/hour differential for high intensity programsShift schedules available:DaytimeEveningOvernightShift types available:Full TimePart TimePer Diem/ReliefLocations:ChelseaCharlestownWinthropRevereEast BostonBostonWalthamWest RoxburyHyde ParkSaugusCompetitive & Comprehensive BenefitsPaid Time Off Two weeks Vacation per year (three weeks after 1 year of service), 12 Sick Days per year, and 11 Paid Holidays per yearEligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness programHealth & Dental Insurance, with generous employer contributionEmployer Paid Life Insurance403 (b) Retirement Plan with employer matchingVoluntary Short and Long Term Disability InsuranceMedical & Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsAccess to Credit Union BankingAccess to State Tuition Remission Program (Worksite Specific)Employee Referral Bonus ProgramDiscounted Movie TicketsComprehensive Training ProgramInternal Advancement Opportunities