Job Description

Job Summary

The Residential Support Staff member is responsible for nurturing and developing a healthy, happy, and safe environment for up to 4 semi-independent residents. The Weekend Home Support Staff reports directly to the Director of Programs.

Hours: Friday 4 PM- Sunday 4 PM (actual hours are flexible depending on the needs of the Home Manager and the availability of the weekend support staff).

This position does not require awake care, but the support staff member will be available in the event a resident needs help or support during the night. The weekend support staff member must stay overnight in the Relief Staff suite on Friday and Saturday.

Job Responsibilities

• Supervise daily hygiene routines for residents.
• Implement appropriate menus of well-balanced, nutritionally healthy meals
• Supervise residents in independent self-care habits.
• Execute weekend recreational activities for the residents.
• Manage all medication plans in the home, based on the appropriate level of support and as directed by the resident’s ISP, with direction and oversight from the BrightStone nurse.
• Maintain cleanliness of the property and notify the Home Manager and Program Director of necessary repairs and maintenance.
• Provide transportation using a BrightStone vehicle to community activities, including employment.
• Confidentially manage all resident files, documenting all required information as per licensure.
• Report all instances of suspected and/or witnessed acts of abuse or neglect toward a resident to the Residential Coordinator and Program Director.
• Other duties set forth by the Residential Coordinator or Director of Programs.

Qualifications

• Energetic and creative attitude with strong client-relation skills; enthusiasm for the mission of BrightStone and willingness to fully contribute to a team-oriented, fast-paced organization.
• Strong time management skills; must be self-motivated.
• Ability to drive an 8-passenger van
• Ability to perform and/or be trained in CPR and other First-Aid procedures.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Must have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record
• Experience working with individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities.
• H.S. diploma or equivalent.

Additional Information

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate with a $ 3-weekend differential pay for a commitment of the full weekend. Weekend differential pay is only for a full weekend commitment, Friday afternoon – Sunday afternoon. An overnight stay in the relief staff suite is required. A staff member is available in the event a resident needs assistance during the night. Staff are paid for the hours that assistance is provided, not for sleeping hours. 

How to Apply

Contact Susan Sistrunk, Director of Programs, at Susan.Sistrunk@BrightStone.org

Details

• Date Posted: September 6, 2024
• Type: Part-Time
• Job Function: Human Resources
• Service Area: Housing
• Working Hours: Friday afternoon - Sunday afternoon

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