Residential Living Specialist

Job Description Job Description RESPONSIBILITIES: The Residential Living Specialist is responsible for the general growth, development and well-being of the individuals residing in housing provided by Soul Care Life Services. Some duties and responsibilities of the RLS are as follows: Care of Individuals: · Care for the individuals with dignity and respect · Integrate individuals within the community. Organize recreational activities in the home and in the community · Provide a safe, clean, comfortable and therapeutic living environment for the individuals served · Encourage individuals to develop competencies, including daily living skills, social skills and interpersonal skills · Administer medications and other health care services as prescribed by individuals’ health providers. Administrative: · Adhere to documentation and reporting requirements and procedures · Understand and adhere to agency policies and procedures · Understand and adhere to state and county regulations · Maintain confidentiality of all individuals’ information · Maintain appropriate professional conduct and dress · Communicate daily information, problems and concerns with peers and supervisors · Attend and participate in at least 24-hours of appropriate in-service training per year · Maintain the security, cleanliness, and upkeep of the home, vehicles and equipment · Assure proper use of supplies Programming: · Assess and evaluate individuals’ behaviors and skills, and complete written documentation · Develop and implement goal plans · Ensure proper supervision is provided for individuals Professional: · Actively participate in scheduled staff meeting, trainings and supervisory sessions · Assume responsibility for professional development · Participate productively and cooperatively on the staff tram with individuals’ family members, the community and other providers · Follow the agency Code of Ethics · Assist in training new staff Miscellaneous: · Responsible for all other appropriate duties as assigned · Hours vary according to programming needs · Schedules can include days, evening and/or weekends at the discretion of the Program Specialist and or Administration · Responsible to remain on duty with individuals until the next staff person arrives Pre-Requisites: · Valid driver’s license required · High School Diploma or equivalent · Must be 21 years of age · Ability to lift and transfer, climb, reach, stand, and walk distances

Location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, US

Posted Date: 11/2/2025