What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Residential Support Specialist position at BestSelf Behavioral Health?
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, 40 Hours Full Time Status
Pay rate: Starting rate of $19.50
Summary Of Duties
Functions as Resident Support Specialist (RSS) team leader. Works with Clinical Team to ensure proper Management of the facility. Supports RSS staff in the maintenance of a stable and therapeutic environment and may assist in their supervision. Under direction of program supervisory staff, schedules Resident Support Specialists and on-call staff. Participates in household management tasks such as preparation of meals or housekeeping and other program related activities as needed.
Position Responsibilities
Pay rate: Starting rate of $19.50
Summary Of Duties
Functions as Resident Support Specialist (RSS) team leader. Works with Clinical Team to ensure proper Management of the facility. Supports RSS staff in the maintenance of a stable and therapeutic environment and may assist in their supervision. Under direction of program supervisory staff, schedules Resident Support Specialists and on-call staff. Participates in household management tasks such as preparation of meals or housekeeping and other program related activities as needed.
Position Responsibilities
- Maintains updated list of resident's external appointments and schedules vehicles and staff.
- Drives clients to appointments when other staff in unavailable.
- Works with counseling staff to resolve conflicts in transportation schedule.
- Utilizes interactions in the work environment to provide leadership and support to RSS staff.
- Provides medication monitoring.
- Interacts with clients in supportive manner and models appropriate behavior.
- Monitors client interaction with children.
- With supervisory input, develops monthly RSS schedule. Arranges for on-call staff as directed.
- Schedule and assigned duties are subject to change based on the needs of the program and the clients we serve.
- Ability to maintain flexible work schedule, especially nights, weekends and holidays.
- Completes necessary documentation accordingly.
- Completes all trainings required by the agency.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
- Associates degree or equivalent in human service field and one year in a human service agency, or High school diploma or equivalency and two years full time paid experience in a human service agency or health care facility.
- Excellent communication skills using all methods.
- Excellent organizational, problem-solving and leadership abilities.
- Must have strong, positive social interaction skills, knowledge of good parenting and the ability to interact effectively with recovering women and their children.
- Basic knowledge of addictions and recovery required
- Ability to identify potential crisis situations, convey this information to supervisor in a timely and appropriate manner, and follow through with directions.
- Ability to maintain BestSelf HIPPAA confidentiality guidelines.
- Ability to utilize the computer for email, training and BestSelf Systems.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds when handling materials and related tasks.
- Must be able to stand or sit for extended periods of time.
- A valid NYS drivers' license
- Must have Accredited NYS Defensive driving course; or obtain within 15 days of hire.
- Must maintain Active NYS Defensive Driving class every 3 years, upon expiration.
- Welcoming, team environment, that inspires you to thrive and be your BestSelf!
- Rewarding work experience!
- Generous paid time off
- Flexible schedule
- Various student loan forgiveness programs
- Multiple and diverse health insurance options
- Many other unique lifestyle & personal insurance options
- Tuition reimbursement
- CASAC certification tuition support
- Professional license/certification renewal reimbursement
- Defensive driving course reimbursement (if required for position)
- Career growth and advancement opportunities
- We look forward to telling you more!
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