Resident Support Specialist - Community Housing Services (Mpls)
Touchstone Mental Health
Summary
TMH's Resident Support Specialist provides support to clients in our three supportive housing programs, all of which are located in Minneapolis, on short notice.
Job description
Resident Support Specialist Responsibilities:
- Establishes supportive and motivational relationships with residents.
- Observe residents for changes in health symptoms; perform behavioral management interventions; and de-escalate mental health crises.
- Perform delegated nursing services, including medication assistance, as unlicensed personnel under the direction of the nursing staff.
- Promote participation in community activities; and provide support and prompts that encourage socialization.
- Support the cleanliness of common areas and bedrooms and complete housekeeping duties.
- Ensure residents and their guests are following site guidelines to ensure the facility is safe and secure.
- Collaborate with other staff members, consultants, interns and/or volunteers.
Requirements
- Ability to work at any one of our three locations in Minneapolis
- Ability to work shifts on short notice
- Ability to work from 4:00pm to 12:30am OR from 11:55pm to 8:30am
- Previous experience supporting adults with mental illness, co-occurring disorders, and/or long-term homelessness preferred
Company overview
Touchstone Mental Health is a comprehensive mental health care provider dedicated to delivering accessible and effective mental health services to individuals and communities. As a specialized healthcare organization, Touchstone focuses on providing evidence-based therapeutic interventions, counseling services, and mental health support programs. The organization typically offers a range of services including individual therapy, group counseling, crisis intervention, and community-based mental health programs. Touchstone Mental Health operates with a client-centered approach, emphasizing personalized care plans tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual. The organization plays a crucial role in addressing mental health challenges within its service areas, working to reduce stigma and improve access to quality mental health care. Through its professional team of licensed therapists, counselors, and mental health specialists, Touchstone provides compassionate care while adhering to clinical best practices and ethical standards in mental health service delivery.