DescriptionShare your commitment to individual empowerment and growth, human rights, and community integration!Join our team of competent and compassionate professionals as a Residential Support Specialist in the Adult Clinical Community Services (ACCS)program at Behavioral Health Network in Westfield! Your experience, knowledge and great skills will support the ACCS program with the following:
- Providing direct services to individuals in group homes that support the growth, independence, and safety of individuals in all settings.
- Monitoring individuals' overall health and well-being.
- Assisting and monitoring daily living and encouraging independence, competency and decision-making.
- Initiating, supporting, and ensuring quality of life through empowerment, safety awareness, respect and dignity.
- Assisting with all aspects of medication treatment.
- Providing related activities to document and support the services provided to individuals.
- Providing crisis intervention and emergency support.
- Planning and providing opportunities for community activities.
- Maintaining, enhancing and fostering social support networks and relationships.
- Keeping updated credentials by attending in-services, meetings and trainings, and obtaining and maintaining MAP certification within the introductory period of employment.
Who are we?Adult Clinical Community Services is a program that serves adults with mental health concerns recover by providing clinical and rehabilitative interventions and other services, including peer, family and housing support. ACCS is a multifaceted program which uses an integrated team model to perpetuate recovery and wellness for the individuals served.What are we looking for in a Residential Support Specialist?
- Commitment to empowerment and growth, human rights, and community integration of Individuals/persons served (required).
- At least six months of experience in human services (preferred).
- High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent (required).
- Valid driver's license and a reliable car available for working hours (required).
- Training is provided by BHN.
How do I apply to be a Residential Support Specialist?If you are interested in this opportunity, please click Apply for Job from Kronos/WFD or visit our website at www.bhnworks.org and click on Browse All Jobs to apply!BHN maintains its commitment to social justice and diversity and strongly encourages diverse candidates to apply.