Residential Support Staff Job at Liberty Behavioral & Community Services, Inc., Harrisonburg, VA

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  • Liberty Behavioral & Community Services, Inc.
  • Harrisonburg, VA

Job Description

Position Overview
Public assistance plays a pivotal role in providing essential services and support to individuals experiencing intellectual disabilities and mental health challenges. As a Residential Support Staff member at Liberty Community Programs, your focus will be on assisting clients within a group home setting. The goal is to foster a safe, nurturing, and educational environment that enhances the quality of life for residents.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide direct care and supervision to residents, ensuring their safety and well-being.
  • Assist clients with daily living activities, including personal hygiene, meal preparation, and household chores.
  • Implement individualized care plans in collaboration with other team members.
  • Engage residents in recreational activities and skill-building exercises to promote social interaction and independence.
  • Monitor residents’ physical and emotional health, reporting any significant changes to the supervisor.
  • Maintain accurate documentation of daily activities, incidents, and observations in compliance with state regulations and agency policies.
  • Participate in regular staff meetings, contributing insights related to residents’ care and any operational challenges.
  • Ensure compliance with all safety and health policies, including following infection control procedures.
  • Support residents in accessing community resources and activities.

Work Environment
This position requires working in a residential environment, which may involve evenings, weekends, and overnight shifts. The atmosphere is dynamic and requires staff to be adaptable to changing circumstances and the specific needs of the residents.

Requirements

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
  • Prior experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities or mental health challenges is highly desirable.
  • Must be at least 21 years old.
  • Must possess or be willing to obtain CPR and First Aid certification.
  • Must complete any required training programs, including crisis intervention and behavior management techniques.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively within a team.
  • Ability to handle challenging situations with patience and professionalism.
  • Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
  • Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs and perform physical activities as required.

Benefits

Full Time Employees are eligible for:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Flexible schedule

Salary: $17.87 - $20.63 Per hour

Please call this number for more information: (855) 703.1460

(855) 703.2120

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Flexible hours, Night shift, Weekend work, Afternoon shift,

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