Atlantic Health · 4 months ago
Residential Specialist - Full Time, 11AM-7PM OR 12PM-8PM, Newton/Andover, NJ
Newton, NJ
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$24/hr - $39/hrAtlantic Health is a leading non-profit health care system in New Jersey, dedicated to providing high-quality care. The Residential Specialist will assist with the operation of the Residential Program for individuals with mental health experiences, supporting residents in daily living skills and fostering a safe environment.
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Responsibilities
Participates in development and implementation of the schedule of daily activities and therapeutic services to residents
Assists with personal care to residents and supports residents by utilizing intervention strategies as outlined in care plans
Sees that daily activities proceed smoothly and that regular schedules are maintained
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
Provides support in the development of independent living skills, (i.e., shopping, nutrition, cooking, cleaning, etc.), self-care skills, emotional regulation, and interpersonal functioning
Observes resident ability to function and provides community integration and support services to residents according to individual plans of care
Facilitates contact and provides assistance to members of the Crisis Services Team regarding individuals in residence as needed
Participates in building and maintaining community connections
Provides shift and chart notes for residents, accurately reflecting current progress towards objectives as outlined in resident care plans
Performs other related duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in psychology, Human Services or related field
Current adult CPR, AED & First Aid Certifications at time of hire or within 6 months of hire
NJ Driving License with a clean record
Fingerprinting is required for this position
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
Company
Atlantic Health
Atlantic Health is at the forefront of medicine, setting standards for quality health care in New Jersey, Pennsylvania and the New York metropolitan area.
Founded in 1996
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Saad Ehtisham
President & CEO
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Colleen McManus
Executive Director, System Operations
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