Residential Support

Residential SupportWCMHS is seeking Residential Support that is driven to make a meaningful difference in the lives of adults with intensive mental health needs. As part of our Residential Support team, you play a vital role in helping individuals achieve greater independence, stability, and confidence in their daily lives. In a small, licensed residential care home, your work directly supports residents in a structured, 24/7 environment with nursing oversight.

Through hands-on guidance with daily living skills, meal planning, vocational activities, medication routines, and treatment and recovery planning, you help residents build the skills they need to succeed beyond the residential setting. Whether you’re launching your career in human services or growing your experience, you’ll receive training, mentorship, and support while making a lasting, positive impact every single day.

Summary of Duties Provide direct residential support to adults with intensive mental health needs in a licensed care home Assist residents with activities of daily living, including meal planning, meal preparation, medication routines, and community integration

Support residents in achieving vocational, educational, and personal recovery goals through skill-building, encouragement, and positive role modeling

Accompany residents to medical, psychiatric, and community appointments as needed

Monitor, document, and communicate resident progress, behavioral changes, and concerns in accordance with care plans and agency requirements

Maintain a safe, structured, and supportive residential environment while following regulatory standards and house guidelines

Collaborate with nursing staff, clinicians, and other team members to ensure coordinated, person-centered car Compensation and BenefitsWCMHS provides a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and a generous retirement contribution match. Our industry-leading paid time off package includes 12.5 flexible holidays per year and 12 days each vacation and paid sick time earned in your first year of employment.

The starting pay range for this position is $20.25 - $21.08 per hour Summary of QualificationsB.A. In psychology or Human Services preferred

Previous work with psychiatric population is desirable

Must have a valid driver’s license, clean driving record and own reliable transportation

Must be able to pass criminal background checks

The ability to deliver services and complete treatment notes in English Work Conditions All programs will have schedules that include shifts in normal business hours, evening hours and sleep overnight hours.

About the Agency For more than 50 years, Washington County Mental Health Services (WCMHS) has served the Washington County community and the Orange County towns of Orange, Washington, and Williamstown. WCMHS provides education, support, and treatment to individuals and families living with mental health challenges, substance use issues, and developmental and intellectual disabilities. Providing accessible, high-quality services in the community, schools, and health care settings, we work toward positive outcomes for wellness with collaborative, inclusive, and compassionate care.

Washington County Mental Health Services is “Where Hope and Support Come Together.”#DSP
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