Direct Support Professional - Residential Housing (1st Shift, Contingent)

Harbor is currently looking to add a Residential Support Specialist to our adult residential housing team in Bowling Green.

Position is contingent, working on an as-needed basis, 1st shift 7a - 3p, and also works every other weekend on rotation.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required. Bachelor degree in human service field preferred.
• Experience working with severely mentally disabled population or similar population preferred.
• Must have valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and be deemed insurable through Harbor’s vehicle insurance carrier for individuals working first and second shifts. Third shift will not be required to drive.
• CPR/First Aid and NCI/CPI Certifications required within 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and/or assist residents’ with daily living activities.
• Supervise the self-administration of medication.
• Assist or prepare client resident meals.
• Knowledge of the individualized care plan for residents and provision of support to the resident according to the care plan. Contribute to the care planning process by providing the clinical team with specific information and observations of the residents’ needs and preferences.
• Organize, develop and implement planned recreational/educational activities.
• Transport clients to appointments, social activities etc. as determined by job assignment and in accordance with driving policies.
• Responsible for the completion of all scheduled tasks, care of residents and the facility (including maintenance and cleaning).
• Must be available for back-up and emergency shift coverage as needed. Able to work a flexible schedule.
• May float to other locations to accommodate client or agency need.

About Harbor

• A leading provider of mental health and substance use treatment for over 100 years
• 350+ clinical staff serve over 24,000 clients across multiple locations and in the community each year
• Services ranging from counseling, pharmacological management, primary care, psychological testing, case management, substance use treatment, residential services, vocational program, and more!