Community Residential Support Staff

Community Residential Support Staff – Full Time

Base pay range: $16.36/hr.

• Support individuals in personalized activities of daily living and social skill development, including assistance in community, work, and home settings to help individuals learn, practice, and master valued social roles.
• Ensure the health, safety, and well‑being of individuals by following instructions from primary care physicians, nursing staff, and other relevant professionals.
• Promptly report changes in an individual’s condition or unusual occurrences to supervisors or management; report significant changes immediately.
• Report environmental risks, hazards, or barriers to supervisors or management in a timely manner.
• Safeguard individuals’ possessions, ensuring money and belongings are securely maintained.
• Assist individuals in maintaining order and cleanliness in their environment(s).
• Contribute to planning and implementation strategies of individualized support plans and behavior support plans.
• Implement Individual Support Plans (ISP) and Behavior Support Plans (BSP) as written, at the specified frequency.
• Demonstrate accurate data collection procedures and consistent use of support strategies that promote success.
• Document services provided, including individualized service goals, behavior support tracking, required notes, and all other required documentation.
• Support individuals in managing behavioral challenges and resolving minor problems.
• Complete incident reports using the online system, ensuring all required information is included.
• Transport individuals to medical appointments, community activities, or other events while ensuring safe transport and compliance with traffic laws.
• Maintain timely and effective communication regarding individuals’ needs and environment with appropriate personnel.
• Serve as a role model and mentor, demonstrating socially appropriate behaviors and coaching individuals using approved techniques.
• Support each individual's existing relationships and expand their network of friends and acquaintances.
• Ensure all individuals are supported to explore and express interests for community membership.
• Observe and maintain HIPAA confidentiality requirements concerning the affairs of the individuals served.
• Complete all scheduled and required training by announced deadlines, and actively participate in home staff meetings.
• Actively contribute to the agency’s continuous improvement efforts by sharing ideas and insights.
• Facilitate teamwork between all team members through open communication and a positive, constructive attitude.
• Interact professionally with colleagues, families, guardians, support coordinators, and internal/external monitors.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

• Assist with activities of daily living, including cooking, cleaning, laundry, dishes, household maintenance, community involvement, personal hygiene, leisure activities, communication, personal safety, health maintenance, medication administration/management, and social/behavioral development.
• Document services, including individualized service goals, behavior support tracking, required notes, communication logs, medication administration records, and all other required documentation.
• Maintain proper communication regarding individuals’ needs and home environment with appropriate personnel, reviewing the communication log at shift start and completing it at shift end.
• Plan, prepare, and grocery shop for meals, following special diets and nutritional instructions.
• Follow Supervised Self‑Administration of Medication (SSAM) and Proxy Caregiver procedures without errors, including reading and following medical and nursing instructions.

• High school diploma or GED, plus any combination of training and experience that enables the applicant to acquire necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Possess a valid Georgia driver’s license and acceptable Motor Vehicle Report (MVR).
• Basic computer skills and the ability to advocate for individuals, interpret written materials, prepare incident reports, and resolve conflicts.
• One (1) year of job‑related experience providing social or direct…