What are the responsibilities and job description for the Residential Advisor position at Northern Human Services?
Developmental Services
Residential Advisors
As a DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES RESIDIENTIAL ADVISOR, you become part of a supportive and dedicated team committed to the well-being of adults living with Developmental Disabilities in a company-owned community residence. Residential Advisors represent the Northern Human Services culture by being participant-centered Direct Support Professionals.
RAs work within a comfortable home-like setting to provide support and companionship to our individuals as they navigate daily living. This could include assisting in daily living tasks as well as ensuring individuals have regular access to their community via social connections, fitness, recreation, attending appointments, volunteering, education, employment and more. Our Residential Advisors also often assist in household duties and report on any building or grounds safety concerns.
All staff are trained to provide safe and nurturing care for the individuals participating in our programs.
Awake and overnight-asleep shifts available. Holiday and weekend shifts required.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist with activities of daily living: culinary, housekeeping, organization, socialization, recreation and more
- Provide emotional support through active listening, discussing concerns, acting as a positive role model and encouraging individuals to make good choices and achieve personal goals
- Monitor the wellbeing of your individual and report any significant changes
- Must maintain a valid driver's license, a reliable vehicle and proof of adequate auto insurance
- Consistently act with honesty and integrity while demonstrating strong commitment to quality services and the interests of the individuals served
- Adhere to HIPAA regulations and maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
- Compliance with state and federal laws and regulations as well as NHS’s rules and standards
- Attend required in-service training programs and meetings, including service planning for individuals
BENEFITS
Northern Human Services encourages a healthy work-life balance, a family-first culture, flexible scheduling, professional development opportunities and an excellent benefits package to all full-time employees including: a 35-hour work week (unless otherwise listed), medical, dental and vision plans, disability, term-life insurance, 3% 403b employer contribution, flexible spending account, 11 paid holidays, generous accrued paid time off, accrued paid medical leave, loan/tuition reimbursement, an employee assistance program and so much more!
ABOUT NORTHERN HUMAN SERVICES
Northern Human Services is a non-profit organization, a DHHS state designated developmental services agency and the designated community mental health provider in the North Country. As one of the largest year-round employers in northern New Hampshire, we have over 400 employees committed to assisting and advocating for individuals affected by mental illness, developmental disabilities and related disorders in living meaningful lives within their community. It is the unwavering dedication of all our staff that drives our success; in turn, we are committed to a culture of opportunity, collaboration & fun. Our vision is to always be able to provide our services to anyone who truly needs them. If you would like to learn more about working for a peer-supported, mission-driven agency, we look forward to hearing from you. https://northernhs.org/
This company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Provider.
Driving and criminal background checks required!
OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE
- Good communication, self-directed, detail-oriented, patient, creative and compassionate
- Ability to work as part of a team in a collaborative environment
- Must be adept at conflict resolution
- CPR Certification (preferred)
- A degree or certification in a Human Services field and relevant prior work experience (preferred)