Residential Direct Support

About Bright Stone

Bright Stone’s vision is for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to have a quality life where their choices and their voices matter and where they are valued and respected for who they are as individuals. We recognize that each individual is created equally by a loving and caring God. The individuals at Bright Stone deserve not only our respect and our care, but also our admiration – championing and encouraging diversity, individualism, and personal choice as to their own lives, livelihood, and leisure.

Our philosophy is supported by these Core Values:
Loving Care, Compassion, Excellence, Innovation, Respect, Community, Empowerment, and Purpose.

The Residential Direct Support staff are responsible for nurturing and developing a healthy, happy, and safe environment for up to 4 semi-independent residents living in Bright Stone’s Men’s Home. This new spacious home is located on Bright Stone’s beautiful 140 acre campus in Franklin off Columbia Pike.

We are hiring for 3 shifts:

First shift:
Mon – Fri 6:00 am – 2:30 pm (partial teaching assistant role in Bright Stone’s Day Program 8:30 – 2:30) Full-time with benefits

Second shift:
Sun 4:00 pm – 10:30 pm, Mon – Thur 2:00 pm – 10:30 pm, Full-time with benefits OR 2 part-time sharing schedule

Third shift:
Sun – Thurs 10:30 – 6:00 am, Full-time with benefits OR 2 part-time sharing schedule

With exception of third shift, these positions require driving a Bright Stone vehicle to transport residents when needed, typically only within a small radius of campus. Criminal background check with fingerprinting, abuse registry check, sex offender check and drug test all required for employment.

Hourly rate of $18 – $20 depending on experience

The following duties are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive, and may not apply to all shifts. Other duties may be required and assigned as needed for the success of the home.

• Arrive on time to support a smooth and effective transition of care between shifts
• Supervise residents in independent self-care habits
• Follow individual support plans and behavioral protocols
• Foster a positive environment by engaging residents in activities
• Supervise daily hygiene routines for residents
• Prepare the morning or evening meals for residents
• Manage all medication plans in the home, based on the appropriate level of support and as directed by the resident’s ISP, with direction and oversight from the Bright Stone nurse
• Maintain cleanliness of the property and notify Home Manager and Program Director of necessary repairs and maintenance
• Provide transportation using a Bright Stone vehicle to community outings and/or places of employment
• Pick up residents from the Bright Stone Day Program (next door to home) and/or place of employment
• Confidentially maintain resident files, documenting all required information as per licensure
• Monitor residents’ safety and well-being throughout the night including regularly safety checks
• Respond promptly to residents’ needs, including overnight support or emergencies
• Report all instances of suspected and/or witnessed acts of abuse or neglect toward a resident to the Residential Coordinator and Program Director
• Other duties set forth by the Residential Coordinator or Director of Programs

• High School Diploma
• Energetic and creative attitude with strong client-relation skills
• Enthusiasm for the mission of Bright Stone and willingness
• Strong time management skills; must be self-motivated
• Ability to drive an 8-passenger van
• Ability to lift 50 lbs
• Ability to perform and/or be trained in CPR and other First-Aid procedures
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Must have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Must complete background screening including criminal background check and drug test
• Experience working with individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities

• CPR and First Aid
• Medication Management
• Abuse, Fall, and Accident Training
• Reportable Events Training (self-paced)
• Additional trainings as determined by the Director of Programs to ensure a secure and welcoming home environment