The Residential Specialist is responsible for assisting with the operation of the Residential Program for individuals with mental health experiences, supporting residents in personal care and daily living skills. They also coordinate with staff and service providers to develop community living skills and promote independence.
Requirements summary
A bachelor's degree in psychology, human services, or a related field is required, along with current CPR, AED, and First Aid certifications. A clean NJ driving license and fingerprinting are also necessary for this position.
bachelor degreeCommunicationMedication AdministrationRecord KeepingMeal PreparationDaily Living SkillsSafety ManagementCommunity IntegrationPersonal CareTeam CoordinationCrisis ManagementIndependent Living SkillsEmotional RegulationTherapeutic ServicesErrand RunningSupport ServicesInterpersonal Functioning
Job description
Responsible for assisting with the operation of the Residential Program for individuals with various mental health experiences.
Helps residents in all activities supporting their goals including personal care and daily living skills.
Supports creation of a safe and clean-living environment for residents and assists with management of resident household, including running errands and preparation of meals.
Coordinates with other staff and service providers to support the creation of comprehensive programs that focus on the development of community living skills and increased independence.
Work Location - Newton & Andover area 11AM-7PM Shift OR 12PM-8PM
Principal Accountabilities
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Participates in development and implementation of the schedule of daily activities and therapeutic services to residents.
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Assists with personal care to residents and supports residents by utilizing intervention strategies as outlined in care plans.
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Sees that daily activities proceed smoothly and that regular schedules are maintained.
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Supports administration of medication to residents in accordance with program policies, nursing care plans, and physician orders and accompanies residents to physician offices or hospital when needed.
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Provides support in the development of independent living skills, (i.e., shopping, nutrition, cooking, cleaning, etc.), self-care skills, emotional regulation, and interpersonal functioning.
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Observes resident ability to function and provides community integration and support services to residents according to individual plans of care.
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Facilitates contact and provides assistance to members of the Crisis Services Team regarding individuals in residence as needed.
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Participates in building and maintaining community connections.
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Provides shift and chart notes for residents, accurately reflecting current progress towards objectives as outlined in resident care plans.
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Performs other related duties as assigned.
Benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Medical
Dental
Vision
Parental Leave
Flexible Spending Accounts
Tuition Assistance
403(b) Retirement Plan
Prescription Coverage
Fertility Benefits
Life & AD&D Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
PTO & Paid Sick Leave
Backup and On-Site Childcare
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This commitment is also echoed in the respect, development and opportunities we give to our more than 22,000 team members.
Headquarters in Morristown, New Jersey, we are one of the leading non-profit health care systems in the nation.
Our facilities and sites of care include: Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center, Morristown, NJ Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center, Summit, NJ Atlantic Health Newton Medical Center, Newton, NJ Atlantic Health Chilton Medical Center, Pompton Plains, NJ Atlantic Health Hackettstown Medical Center, Hackettstown, NJ Atlantic Health Goryeb Children's Hospital, Morristown, NJ Atlantic Health CentraState Healthcare System, Freehold, NJ Atlantic Medical Group Atlantic Visiting Nurse Atlantic Mobile Health Atlantic Rehabilitation We have more than 900 community-based healthcare providers affiliated through Atlantic Medical Group.
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Below are just a few of our accolades: Chosen for 17 years by Fortune as one of the magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For." Atlantic Health Morristown and Atlantic Health Overlook Named by Newsweek as two of the “World’s Best Hospitals” in 2026.
Atlantic Health Morristown and Atlantic Health Overlook ranked within the top three hospitals in New Jersey by U.S.
News & World Report’s 2025-2026 Best Hospital rankings.
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Atlantic Health Morristown and Atlantic Health Overlook are New Jersey's only hospitals to be named among America's 50 Best hospitals by Healthgrades in 2026.
Named by Becker's Healthcare as one of the "165 Top Places to Work in Healthcare – 2026.
Atlantic Health Morristown, Atlantic Health Overlook, Atlantic Health Chilton and Atlantic Health Newton all Forbes Top Hospitals for 2026.
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Since 1932, Newton Medical Center has been providing care to the people of Sussex and warren counties in New Jersey, Pike County in Pennsylvania and southern Orange County in New York.
We are home to the Center for Breast Health, the only one of its kind in Sussex County, addressing all of a woman’s breast health needs with state-of-the-art technology, resources, education, support and follow-up care.
Newton Medical Center recently achieved the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Pathway to Excellence designation and is one of a select few health care facilities in New Jersey accredited by the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC) in all three echocardiography procedures: adult transthoracic, adult transesophogeal and adult stress.
Atlantic Health offers a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports the health, financial security, and well-being of all team members. Offerings vary based on role level (Team Member, Director, Executive). Below is a general summary, with role-specific enhancements highlighted:
Team Member Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (22.5 hours per week or above for full-time and part-time team members) Life & AD&D Insurance. Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (with options to supplement) 403(b) Retirement Plan: Employer match, additional non-elective contribution PTO & Paid Sick Leave Tuition Assistance, Advancement & Academic Advising Parental, Adoption, Surrogacy Leave Backup and On-Site Childcare Well-Being Rewards Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Fertility Benefits, Healthy Pregnancy Program Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance ____________________________________________ Note: In Compliance with the NJ Pay Transparency Act (effective Sunday, June 1, 2025), all job postings will include the hourly wage or salary (or a range), as well as this summary of benefits. Final compensation and benefit eligibility may vary by role and employment status and will be confirmed at the time of offer.
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At Atlantic Behavioral Health, we know behavioral health plays a significant role in the healing process – not just for patients dealing with mental health disorders or substance abuse, but also for those recovering from injuries, surgeries, diseases, and other conditions. We help them cope with the stress and emotional challenges caused by such physical ailments. Our behavioral health team features highly trained psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and licensed clinicians. We provide a variety of mental health services on an inpatient and outpatient basis, including intensive outpatient programs.
