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Job Requirements of Residential Support Specialist (Weekend Option):
- High School/Equivalent Required
WORK EXPERIENCE/TRAINING/ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- At least one year of experience as a CNA, in social/human services, and/or experience working with adults with chronic mental illnesses required
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION
- Must obtain and maintain certification in CPR, First Aid, CPI and Medication Level I Aide
Adapt of Missouri (AOM) was founded in 1982 and provides community support, psychosocial rehabilitation & other services for adults living with a mental health disorder in the St.
Louis metropolitan area.
AOM became a partner organization of Compass Health Network in March, 2022.
AOM maintains for-profit status.
More information about AOM and services can be found at
Why join us?
At Compass Health Network, we’re proud of the dedicated team we’ve built.
We believe our people are our greatest strength – passionate, skilled, and committed to making a positive impact in the lives of others.
Here, you’ll find a workplace that values collaboration, growth, and the opportunity to be part of something bigger.
We offer more than just a job; we provide a platform for personal and professional growth.
As a member of our team, you’ll enjoy:
-
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Professional development and licensure supervision
• Mentorship programs
• Tuition reimbursement & scholarships
• Employee Assistance Program
• Headspace Access for mental well-being
• Generous paid time off and holidays
We’re looking for individuals who are eager to bring their talents and dedication to a team that’s focused on making a real impact.
If you're ready to contribute to meaningful work and grow alongside a passionate group of professionals, we’d love to hear from you! If you’re looking for a place where your work truly matters & where you can grow, we look forward to hearing from you!
*Signing bonuses paid as per bonus policy; exclusions may apply.
Compass Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and an E-Verify participant.
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Residential Support Specialist (Weekend Option)
Compensation: $25.00 Hourly
Due to critical service need of the communities we serve, we are offering a $250 sign-on bonus.* We are eager to continue to provide quality and compassionate care in our service areas and need you to make this happen!
The Residential Support Specialist is responsible for providing direct interventions to clients residing in a supervised residential program for individuals with chronic mental health conditions that impact their daily functioning. This individual provides services that promote independence across a variety of domains to assist the client with successfully residing in the community. The Residential Support Specialist provides counseling, life skills development, vocational development, Case Management and Illness Management Recovery.
This is a PRN position working Saturdays & Sundays 1st and 2nd shift as needed. Availability to work weekday evenings as needed is also beneficial.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS – JOB SPECIFIC
- Assesses and monitors a client’s adjustment to residential living
- Monitors client participation and progress in organized treatment programs to assure the planned provision of services according to the client’s individual treatment plan
- Provides individual assistance to clients in accessing needed mental health services including case coordination with other members of the treatment team
- Assesses clients’ level of risks, strengths, and weaknesses and interviews clients, reviews records, and confers with other professionals to evaluate clients’ preparedness for independent living
- Encourages medication compliance and provides education regarding medications and monitoring of side effects
- Assists the client to access and utilize a variety of community agencies and resources to provide ongoing social, educational, vocational and recreational supports and activities
- Intercedes on behalf of individual clients within the community-at-large to assist the client in achieving and maintaining their community participation
- Maintains contact with clients who are hospitalized and coordinates with treatment team regarding discharge planning
- Trains, coaches and supports clients in daily living skills, including housekeeping, cooking, personal grooming, accessing transportation, keeping a budget, paying bills and maintaining living space(s)
- Assists with the training/consultation of residential staff, particularly in the area of behavior management
- Assists in creating personal support systems that include work with family members, legal guardians or significant others regarding the needs and abilities of a client
- Encourages and promotes recovery efforts, client independence/self-care and responsibility
- Provides holistic, person-centered care
- Develops and supports wellness and recovery goals in collaboration with the individual served
- Provides services to clients which are determined to be appropriate based on DLA score and assessed level of functioning
- Uses creative engagement strategies to ensure intervention-based services are provided daily and documented in client record by the end of each shift
- Actively communicates and coordinates with residential staff before, during and at the end of each shift regarding each client’s daily status, progress and needs
- Actively participates in treatment team meetings and facilitates in the absence of the Program Director
- Performs job duties with an efficient use of time based on client’s needs and ensures services are provided to clients daily
- Transportation of clients on occasion
- Notifies the Program Director of any changes in client’s conditions
Job Requirements:
- High School/Equivalent Required
WORK EXPERIENCE/TRAINING/ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- At least one year of experience as a CNA, in social/human services, and/or experience working with adults with chronic mental illnesses required
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION
- Must obtain and maintain certification in CPR, First Aid, CPI and Medication Level I Aide
Adapt of Missouri (AOM) was founded in 1982 and provides community support, psychosocial rehabilitation & other services for adults living with a mental health disorder in the St.
Louis metropolitan area.
AOM became a partner organization of Compass Health Network in March, 2022.
AOM maintains for-profit status.
More information about AOM and services can be found at
Why join us?
At Compass Health Network, we’re proud of the dedicated team we’ve built.
We believe our people are our greatest strength – passionate, skilled, and committed to making a positive impact in the lives of others.
Here, you’ll find a workplace that values collaboration, growth, and the opportunity to be part of something bigger.
We offer more than just a job; we provide a platform for personal and professional growth.
As a member of our team, you’ll enjoy:
-
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Professional development and licensure supervision
• Mentorship programs
• Tuition reimbursement & scholarships
• Employee Assistance Program
• Headspace Access for mental well-being
• Generous paid time off and holidays
We’re looking for individuals who are eager to bring their talents and dedication to a team that’s focused on making a real impact.
If you're ready to contribute to meaningful work and grow alongside a passionate group of professionals, we’d love to hear from you! If you’re looking for a place where your work truly matters & where you can grow, we look forward to hearing from you!
*Signing bonuses paid as per bonus policy; exclusions may apply.
Compass Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and an E-Verify participant.