Adult - Supported Community Living Staff for MyPad
Middlebury, VT Adult Department
Description

    

Supported Community Living Specialist – MyPad Program

Do you have a passion for helping people and making a meaningful impact in your community? Come join our caring team of support in a program called My Pad, for people experiencing mental health challenges. 

In this role, you'll work directly with residents in a supportive living environment, providing personalized care and guidance in accordance with individualized recovery plans. You'll be part of a collaborative, compassionate team that focuses on holistic well-being, addressing physical, emotional, and social needs of the residents, while providing crisis prevention and intervention support as needed.


What you will do:

· Build positive relationships with residents to help them with strengthening coping skills, crisis prevention, recovery and personal growth.

· Help implement individualized care and support plans.

· Assist with medication administration (training provided).

· Assist with daily household tasks, including cleaning, cooking, and laundry.

· Ensure a supportive and safe living environment and respond to crisis as needed.

· Support residents in recreational activities and community integration.


What we are looking for:

· Associate’s degree in a related field or 2–4 years of relevant experience in mental health (a combination of education and experience will be considered)

· Compassionate, patient, and flexible approach to working with individuals in varied situations

· Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively as part of a team


Position Details:

· Full-time, eligible for a comprehensive benefit package (above 30 hours/week).

· Starting at $21.43/hour, with shift differentials of plus $3 for evening hours, and $4 for overnight.

· Hours and Schedule: Weekend daytime hours (8 hours each on Saturday and Sunday) a must. During the weekend, you will be working with one resident providing 1:1 care. Plus up to 24 hours as floor staff during the week, which include day, evening and/or overnight shifts. The hours are guaranteed, but the weekly schedule would be adjusted from time to time depending on the needs of the program. 

· The benefit package includes: health/dental/vision, retirement matching after one-year, ample paid time off, employee assistance program, life/disability insurance, wellness incentives, discounted membership in local gyms, and tuition and student loan repayment assistance.


We offer a supportive team culture, ongoing professional development and training, and opportunities to make a real difference in the lives of people who struggle with mental health challenges. Apply today and join our mission-driven team at: https://recruiting.paylocity.com/Recruiting/Jobs/Details/453078


Equal Opportunity Employer