Behavioral Health, Communication Skills, Data Quality, Dental Insurance, Documentation, Driver's License, EEO Compliance, Funding, Health Maintenance, Homeless Services, Interpersonal Skills, Legal, Needs Assessment, Protective Services, Record Keeping, Regulations, Retirement Plan, Team Player, Telehealth, Time Management, Vision Plan
Job Purpose:
- The Residential Specialist works cooperatively to assist homeless individuals to access services and benefits to overcome their homelessness. The Residential Specialist will work directly with participants daily to maintain the house and ensure program standards are being met. The Resident Specialist is responsible for always maintaining integrity. All duties will be performed in a courteous manner, allowing participants and staff to maintain a healthy sense of self-worth while maintaining a safe and sober environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Advocates in the client's best interest
- Assesses needs and develops a plan to meet those needs
- Completes required agency, funding, legal, statistical and fiscal documentation in an accurate and timely manner
- The ability to comply with the regulations requiring a workplace of dignity and respect and equal employment opportunity compliance.
- The ability to work collaboratively with others and to accept constructive criticism from supervisors and managers.
- Willingness to abide by the company's published rules and regulations
- Under the supervision of the Director, ensures that the environment is safe and residents are adhering to house rules, program policies and regulations
- Provides security/reception services
- Makes hourly observation rounds and documents in communication book
Required Education:
- High School Diploma or GED required.
Required Experience:
- At least one year work experience in a residential program and/or human services-related field. Equivalent training and experience on a year-for-year basis in a related field will be considered.
Driving Requirements:
- Must be Over the age of 21 required
- Minimum of 5-years driving experience required
- Possess a Valid FL Driver's license (within 30 days of hire if currently do not possess)
- Possess a continuously valid US Driver's license for the past three years, from date of issue required
- Safe Driving record required
Required Skills and Abilities:
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively interact with residents and staff.
- Ability to maintain a calm and professional demeanor in high-pressure situations.
- Proficiency in documentation and record-keeping to ensure accurate resident information.
- Capability to work independently and as part of a team to support residents' needs.
- Understanding of confidentiality and ethical standards in a behavioral health environment.
LifeStream Benefits
- Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
- Short Term Disability
- Pension Plan
- 403(b)
- Paid Time Off (Over 4 weeks your 1st year!)
- Flexible Work Schedules
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Free Telehealth Services
- HRSA Loan Forgiveness Program
- And More!
Important Notice
As part of our hiring process and in compliance with Section 435.04, Florida Statutes, certain positions require a Level 2 background screening. Employment offers are contingent upon meeting applicable requirements. For more details on Level 2 background screening requirements, please visit: Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse
LifeStream is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant based on age, citizenship, color, covered veteran status, disability, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
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