A Residential Support Specialist is hired to handle and supervise the residential facility and ensure that it is maintained and operated efficiently. Duties commonly associated to this role are listed on the Residential Support Specialist Resume are – administering a safe and secure facility; participating in staff meetings and training; handling intake procedures; maintaining activity logs; handling bed utilization by assisting with apartment preparation and cleaning; handling and facilitating chores, groups, and outside activities; holding interviews with potential clients; and directing proper preparation and storage of food.
Summary of skills that can highlight a resume includes the following – hands-on experience in client behavior and documents intervention; profound knowledge of principles of psychology and child growth and development, strong organization skills; strong ability to manage multiple tasks; excellent oral and written communication skills. A degree is not a mandatory requirement, however, possessing one will be useful.
Objective : As a Residential Support Specialist responsible for providing rehabilitative stabilization services for adults with severe mental illness or dually diagnosed. Assists participants in the acquisition and practice of daily living skills.
Responsible for creating a safe, clean, and inviting atmosphere for members. Kept the residence neat and clean at all times.
Advised supervisor, team leader, or another designee of any maintenance problems and issues.
Maintained careful, accurate medical records.
Helped patients with bathing, grooming, and using the toilet.
Helped patients with movement, such as walking, sitting, and rolling over.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
Medical Office Management
Residential Support Specialist Resume
Summary : Seeking a Residential Support Specialist position with an outstanding career opportunity that will offer a rewarding work environment along with a winning team that will fully utilize management skills.
Skills : MS Office, An Empathetic Approach to Clients, Communication Skills.
Description :
Maintained a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
Reported problems to supervisors.
Assisted in the care of disabled adults.
Provided consumer services to mentally/physically challenged adolescents and adults.
Identified and responded to any resident who is experiencing a problem or crisis to ensure that they are safe and that other service providers are aware of the situation and able to respond with appropriate services.
Supervised the self-administration of medication. Maintained clinical records. Assisted young adults diagnosed with chronic mental illness daily.
Maintained a clean environment. Assisted with bathing, grooming, and feeding.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
High School Or Equivalent
Residential Support Specialist Resume
Headline : Productive team player seeking employment which will allow me to grow professionally, while being able to utilize my strong organizational, educational, and exceptional people skills.
Skills : Good Leadership Skills, Good Problem-Solving Abilities.
Description :
Monitored all areas of the facility to ensure compliance with facility rules, policies, procedures, and protocols.
Responded to residents' requests, complaints, and inquiries.
Addressed procedural violations with residents to ensure a clear understanding of expectations and to assist the resident with achieving compliance.
Entered case notes, bed/room assignments, and other necessary information into the Homeless Management Information System.
Conducted orientation, assigned beds, and lockers, issued linens/personal supplies, and other items to new residents entering into the residential center.
Signed in/out, and provided direction and needed assistance to volunteers.
Conducted regular inspections documenting opportunities for improvement and celebrating resident's successes.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
High School Diploma
Residential Support Specialist Resume
Objective : As a Residential Support Specialist, responsible for Implementing interventions identified in-person treatment plans to assist persons in developing, utilizing skills in the areas of activities of daily living. Experience in obtaining, maintaining housing, employment, school, and familial relationships.
Provided management of the delivery of activities of daily living for adults with intellectual disabilities.
Raised level of self-esteem of residents by encouraging participation in social activities.
Acted as a sounding board for residents' personal concerns.
Transported residents to medical appointments and offered assistance in communication with care providers.
Completed required paperwork, to include daily notes, medical administration records, monthly reports, and budgets.
Completed training in medication administration, CPR, and first aid.
Responsible for the care of clients living in the assigned group home.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
High School Diploma
Residential Support Specialist Resume
Objective : As a Residential Support Specialist provide assistance and training to individuals with Intellectual Disabilities, Serious Mental Illness in residential treatment locations. Experienced in developing and mentoring a team, and who believe in a strengths-based approach, and use positive practices to help guide their everyday activities.
Skills : Microsoft Word, An Empathetic Approach to Clients, Customer Service.
Description :
Provided support to clients in a residential or independent living setting.
Monitored and reported the activities of residents in a twenty-four (24) hour facility.
Enforced the rules of the program as they apply to the residents.
Monitored residents' self-administration of medications.
Maintained appropriate member/staff boundaries.
Used company vehicles to transport residents to and from appointments.
Assisted individuals during doctor appointments as well as pass medications to residents as needed.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
Diploma In Finance
Residential Support Specialist Resume
Summary : Obtain a full-time Residential Support Specialist position that will continuously develop skills as a Residential and Community Support Specialist, so the highest quality of service is provided.
Skills : Personal care, Communication Skills, Customer service.
Description :
Managed and documented emergency situations and notifies appropriate staff.
Reported to the staff at the end of each shift.
Participated in Recovery Team meetings as necessary.
Monitored member's self-administration of medications.
Provided care in a group home with residents that have developmental disabilities.
Delivered professional residential support to residents and served as a key member of the interdisciplinary team.
Provided interventions and supported to Persons residing in an Intensive Group Living Environment (IBGLE) to assist them in increasing independent living skills and maintaining community tenancy.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
Vocational
Residential Support Specialist Resume
Objective : Residential Support Specialist with 2+ years of experience in Documenting interventions carried out, progress made towards goals and observing changes to physical health, mental status in daily notes in order to better inform assessment and treatment planning.
Worked with persons with disabilities and people living with chronic illnesses.
Assisted consumers in the performance and retention of daily living, recreational, and social skills by promoting as much independence as possible through.
Developed social stories that teach, and model correct social behaviors to specific individuals based on their cognitive level.
Developed and trained the staff on how to properly implement therapeutic treatment plans for DD adults that give them the skills and knowledge to live.
Completed Money Management Assessments (MMA) to determine the capability of each person when completing monetary transactions.
Created a personal expenditure plan for each person based on their MMA to enable each individual to become independent with their finances.
Assisted consumers with everyday life ventures.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
Diploma In Finance
Residential Support Specialist Resume
Objective : Seeking a Residential Support Specialist professional position where my experiences and strengths will contribute to the success of myself as well as the success and profitability of the company.
Skills : Human Relations, Detail-oriented, Money Management, Administrative Skills.
Description :
Collected data for monthly reviews with clients and counselors, data used to determine clients moving up a level in their program, or staying at the level they were presently on.
Helped residents to maintain the highest possible level of independent living.
Assisted residents with oral and personal hygiene.
Helped to maintain an atmosphere conducive to the home of the clients served.
Assisted individuals with preparation of daytime activities; encouraged good personal hygiene, and behavior appropriates.
Scanned and filed medical documents, consumer daily progress, took vitals and encouraged social behavior.
Documented incident reports (CIR) accurately and timely as required by policy.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
Certificate In Human Services
Residential Support Specialist Resume
Headline : As a Residential Support Specialist, responsible for working with families in settings that are safe and familiarizing with them, and viewing them as equal partners when planning, developing, and monitoring care, etc,.
Skills : MS Office, Management Skills, Organizational Skills.
Description :
Worked in a 24/7 residential program serving adults whose primary diagnosis is intellectual disabilities.
Scheduled all needed doctors' appointments and complete all necessary paperwork.
Checked in all monthly medications to ensure that all medications are correct and send outdated medications back to the pharmacy.
Completed quarterly medication reviews with the head nurse to ensure that all MAR's and documentation are correct.
Assisted in the maintaining of a stable & therapeutic environment.
Provided support and encouragement to clients.
Assisted in household management tasks.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
BA In Human Services
Residential Support Specialist Resume
Objective : Motivated individual who understands and practices hard work ethic. Dedicated to ensuring that families are provided with an overview of health care financing options. Assisting patients with collection and review of pertinent information related to their private and/or public insurance benefits.
Skills : Attention to Detail, Customer Care Driven, Open listener, Problem Solver.
Description :
Responsible for monitors and reports the activities of residents in a twenty-four (24) hour facility.
Provided security of the facility and safety of the residents.
Completed daily notes in medical records per ISP and pertinent events.
Performed member and/or house-related data management and clerical activities on an assignment basis.
Transported members to and from appointments and monitoring/administration members medications.
Interacted directly with clients on a daily basis to monitor their rehabilitation progress.
Completed documentation accurately and submit within the required timeframes.
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