Resident Support Specialist

Purpose:
• To facilitate participant growth and development toward self-sufficiency in daily living skills, socialization and community living.
• To facilitate participants' stabilization in the community.
• To work cooperatively with team members.
Supervision Received:
• Receives supervision from assigned Program Manager.
Supervision Exercised:
• N/A
Qualifications:
• Associates degree and 2 years experience working in the mental health field or High school diploma and 3 years experience in the mental health field; or any combination of education, experience and training that would provide the level of knowledge, skill and ability required.
. Demonstrated crisis intervention/prevention and de-escalation skills required.
• Proficient communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Some knowledge of the behavioral health system and supports.
Scope:
• Frequent talking and listening.
• Requires the ability to lift carry, fold, kneel, reach, stack, stoop and bend which may include direct intervention with residents.
. Possess manual dexterity and fine motor skills.
• May require crisis intervention in emergency situations.
• May be required to report to work during emergencies including inclement weather.

Horizon House, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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