Life Skills Professional

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Short Hour Professional Norristown, PA, US

29 days ago Requisition

Montgomery County, Pennsylvania
Full-Time
Daily Pay Available

At Resources for Human Development (RHD), we believe every person deserves the opportunity to live a meaningful, fulfilling, and independent life.

We're seeking compassionate, dedicated professionals who are looking for more than a paycheck. We're looking for individuals who want to make a difference, build rewarding careers, and become part of a team committed to helping others succeed.

Whether you're beginning your career, changing professions, or bringing years of experience, we provide the training, support, and opportunities needed to help you thrive.

No experience required. Paid training provided.

Resources for Human Development (RHD) provides community-based services and supports that empower individuals experiencing mental health and substance use challenges to achieve greater independence, wellness, and recovery. Our team members make a meaningful impact every day by promoting dignity, respect, hope, and personal choice while helping individuals reach their goals.

• Support individuals on their recovery journey
• Help build life skills and independence
• Create positive, trauma-informed environments
• Strengthen communities through compassionate care
• Join a mission-driven organization committed to helping others succeed

As a Life Skills Professional
, you will:

• Support individuals experiencing mental health and/or substance use challenges in a residential setting
• Assist with activities of daily living, including meal planning, meal preparation, shopping, and household tasks
• Encourage and support individuals in achieving their treatment, recovery, and personal goals
• Provide supervision, guidance, and skill-building opportunities that promote independence and quality of life
• Facilitate community involvement, appointments, recreational activities, and transportation needs
• Monitor and respond appropriately to crisis situations using trauma-informed practices
• Document services, activities, progress notes, medication records, and other required program documentation
• Collaborate with treatment teams, clinical staff, and supervisors to ensure individuals receive quality care
• Maintain a safe, supportive, and respectful environment for all individuals served
• Monitor medications as assigned and follow all organizational policies and procedures

You may be a great fit if you are:

• Compassionate
• Dependable
• Patient
• Team-Oriented
• Service-Focused
• Professional
• Positive
• Committed to Helping Others

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver's license
• Basic computer and internet skills, including email and electronic documentation
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English
• Ability to work with individuals experiencing mental health and/or substance use challenges

• Prior experience in human services, behavioral health, residential services, or related fields
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care and recovery-oriented support practices

• Full-Time- 8am to 4pm
• Schedule flexibility required based on program and business needs
• Participation in on-call or emergency coverage may be required

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds or more
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, stoop, reach, climb stairs, and drive as needed
• Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation
• Ability to safely assist individuals and respond to emergency situations as required

Resources for Human Development (RHD) is part of the Inperium family of companies. Employment for this position is administered through Apis Services, Inc.

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