Job Description:

Job Title: Primary Support Professional (Residential)

Location: Poplar Bluff, Missouri
Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Summary:

Are you a passionate and dedicated professional looking to make a positive impact in the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities? Do you want to work in a supportive and dynamic environment where you can grow your skills and advance your career? Join our team as a Primary Support Professional (Residential)!

As a Primary Support Professional (Residential), you'll work in the homes of people receiving residential services, collaborating with the Program Coordinator to ensure the satisfactory implementation of the Individual Support Plan (ISP). You'll provide support services to clients and coordinate their day-to-day activities as outlined within the ISP. Our ideal candidate is passionate about supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, has relevant experience, and strong communication and collaboration skills.

Poplar Bluff offers a high quality of life, with a vibrant community and excellent recreational opportunities. Join us in making a difference in the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and advancing your career!

Position Perks & Benefits:

Paid time off - 29 days per yearMileage reimbursement - company paid for work functions requiring travelTop-notch training - initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportiveCareer mobility - advancement opportunities/promoting from withinWelcoming, warm, supportive - a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness

Key Responsibilities:

Work in the homes of clients receiving residential services, collaborating with the Program CoordinatorEnsure satisfactory implementation of the Individual Support Plan (ISP)Provide support services to clients and coordinate day-to-day activities as outlined in the ISPTrain staff on clients' medical needs, personal preferences, and complianceEnsure staff knowledge of client medications and potential side effectsOversee daily residential notes, goals, and health trackingReview physical condition of homes to ensure health, safety, and cleanliness standardsEnsure safety kits are present and completeReview medication administration records (MARS) for errors and signaturesComplete event reports in accordance with state guidelinesSchedule staff or cover shifts for absent personnelTrack mileage used in homes to stay within budgetParticipate in the development of positive behavioral support plansEnsure receipts and money counts are maintained for client purchasesCollaborate with Program Coordinator on follow-up tasksEnsure safety drills are conducted according to Individual Safety PlansPerform other duties as assigned

Education and/or Experience Qualifications:

Must be 18 years of ageHigh school diploma or GED requiredOne year of experience in the field of intellectual/developmental disabilities, or successful completion of Missouri Quality Outcomes training approved by the Division of DD regional office

Additional Qualifications:

Ability to read and interpret documents, write routine reports and correspondenceEffective communication skills, both verbal and written, using person-centered languageAbility to follow written, oral, or diagrammatic instructionsProblem-solving skills for situations with multiple variablesBasic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division)Reliable means of communicationSkills to read, understand written materials, and write clearly and legibly

Brightli is on a Mission:

A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance use care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.

As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we value diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workforce and encourage applications from individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences. If you are passionate about empowering your local communities and promoting health equity, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization that is committed to building a diverse, equitable, inclusive and authentic workplace.

We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability or veteran status, or to other non-work related factors.

Supported Living and Employment Services is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.