Residential Or Crisis Support - CDS

Residential Support Specialist

Community Developmental Services is a division of Washington County Mental Health Services. We provide comprehensive services to children and adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities, autism, and/or other pervasive developmental disorders. The direct supports provided will depend on the job location, job responsibilities, and the specific abilities of the client. The number of clients supported will be determined by the number of hours worked and the type of schedule they have. Hours and bundles of work schedules are diverse and can cover a variety of options during the 7-day week. This could include weekends depending on the employment needs of the client served in each position.

POSITION – Residential Support Specialist

COMPENSATION – $20.05/hr

Supports persons living in their own home/apartment in the community. Individuals typically have basic independent living skills. Staff assists with daily living activities including banking/budgeting, nutritional/meal planning, social emotional support, medical/dental appointments, and medication monitoring/assistance. All positions will include the following:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Possession of a valid driver's license, excellent driving record, and access to a safe, reliable, insured vehicle.
• Experience with technology such as Microsoft Suite.
• Prior experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities preferred but not required.
• Ability to assist clients that may require physical interventions and frequent physical activity.
• Ability to effectively manage and de-escalate situations involving clients who may become aggressive and violent.

Successful Candidates Will:

• Possess the ability to work independently and as a team.
• Follow through with assigned tasks.
• Possess effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Possess and express great patience and empathy for residents.
• Positive attitude and sense of humor.
• Ability to adapt to a changing environment.

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation with opportunities for overtime.
• Generous medical, dental, vision, life, and accident insurance.
• Matching 403(b).
• Employee assistance plan.
• Generous sick and vacation accruals with 12.5 paid holidays annually.
• Mileage reimbursement for agency-related travel.
• Employer-paid life, AD & D, Short Term & Long-Term Insurance.
• Employer 401b contributions.

To Apply: We encourage applicants to apply via the WCMHS website Careers page. Applications (resume and cover letter required) may also be emailed to recruitment@wcmhs.org or mailed via USPS mail to WCMHS Human Resources, PO Box 647, Montpelier, VT 05601. Please note that only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. WCMHS strives to make our application process accessible to all. If you need language assistance or an accommodation in the application process, please contact us at recruitment@wcmhs.org or 802-301-3111.

Washington County Mental Health Services is an equal opportunity employer. Grounded in our understanding that diversity makes us stronger, we are committed to inclusion in our workplace and services. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and consider applications for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, health care coverage status, military status, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.