Residential Specialist- Young Adult Transitional Living (Weekends PT or PRN)

Residential Specialist Pay range: $18.00- $20.00 per hour based on education and experience. Intercept Health is a family‑owned agency serving various mental and behavioral health, substance use, and foster care needs throughout Virginia. Since 1996, what started as a single group home for boys has evolved to fill gaps and meet service needs of families and communities throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia. We help people grow and live their healthiest lives. Our Values Service Excellence - WOW clients, customers, and coworkers. Team Loyalty - help others succeed. Ownership - see it, own it, solve it, do it. Passion - inspire with positive energy and effort. Authenticity - be genuine and trustworthy. Solution Focused - overcome challenges with creativity. Kindness - smile, encourage, and respect everyone. Position Summary The Residential Specialist is responsible for serving as a positive role model for residents. The Residential Specialist contributes to the formulation and implementation of resident treatment plans and works via role modeling to develop socially effective values, attitudes, and behaviors within residents. This role reports to the Program Manager. Education And Experience Required A Bachelor's Degree in a Virginia Board of Counseling approved Human Service degree, OR An Associate's Degree and at least three months experience working with children, young adults, or with individuals involved with the Department of Juvenile Justice; OR A High School Diploma or G.E.D with at least six months of experience working with children, young adults, or with individuals involved with the Department of Juvenile Justice Duties and Responsibilities Make rounds minimally every half-hour to ensure resident safety. Additionally ensure safety and security by completing random room checks/property searches. Facilitate resident medical and other outside appointments, including scheduling appointments, communicating appointments, and transporting residents. Administer medications as appropriate. Actively facilitate recreational and leisure skill building that introduces residents to new skills/hobbies, including physically and mentally stimulating activities. Notify Program Manager, Director, or designee of any unusual events, accidents, medical problems, etc., and complete required documentation. As well as other duties as assigned. To review the full job description and learn more about Intercept Health, please visit: Intercept Health is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity. We are also committed to providing a drug‑free, safe workplace for our employees and clients. Salary: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour #J-18808-Ljbffr