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State of Louisiana
RESIDENTIAL SERVICES SPECIALIST 1 - 2
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What they do
A Social or Human Services Specialist identifies and arranges community services for clients. Can involve coordination of services for people with disabilities or those in recovery. They may also coordinate housing or job training assistance for immigrants, veterans, former inmates or families in crisis and can be involved in advocating for client needs.
$52,287 / year median in Louisiana
+5% projected growth
Job Description
The mission of Pinecrest Supports and Services Center is to support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to reach treatment goals and to return to more integrated community living settings. Pinecrest Supports and Services Center specializes in the treatment of people with comorbid intellectual and developmental disabilities and complex medical, behavioral, and psychiatric support needs. Pinecrest Supports & Services Center (PSSC) is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Residential Services Specialist 1
- 2 to perform diversified and technical tasks.
RSS 5/RSS 6.
If you're a compassionate, organized, and team-oriented professional ready to make a meaningful impact in a supportive environment, we encourage you to apply! No experience or training required. The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here .Job Duties:
Assist individuals who are customers with their purchases and the use of their money, and complete their timesheets and training sheets, making sure they are accurate. Be professional by maintaining a welcoming and friendly attitude toward all customers, both individuals and staff. Report any comments, concerns, or complaints immediately. Conduct cleaning and maintenance of the Canteen/Baker's Secret and all equipment daily. Assist with properly stacking and storing food and beverage items as they come into the Canteen/Baker's Secret; immediately report it to yourRSS 5/RSS 6
when inventory becomes low. On holidays and Saturdays, be a lead staff member when no supervisor is present by opening and closing the Canteen/Baker's Secret and ensuring that all food is prepared and stored properly. Total and document all sales and money at the end of the shift, ensuring all money is secure and locked away at the end of the shift. Ensure that the building is left in a clean and orderly condition at the end of the shift. Make sure all doors are secured at the end of the shift.Position-Specific Details:
Career Progression Group:
Residential Service Specialist 1 or 2.Location:
Pinecrest Supports and Services CenterEmployment Services Shift:
8:00 am- 4:30 pm
Pass Days:
Sat/Sun Appointment Type:
This position may be filled by Probation, Promotion, Demotion, Lateral Transfer, Detail to Special Duty or Job Appointment. Preference may be given to permanent classified employees of Pinecrest Supports and Services Center.Compensation:
This position has a Special Entrance Rate (SER) of: Residential Services Specialist 1- $12.15 hr / $972.00 Biweekly Residential Services Specialist 2
- $13.00 hr / $ 1,040.00 biweekly Please refer to the "Job Specifications" tab located at the top of the LA Careers "Current Job Opportunities page" for specific information on salary ranges, minimum qualification requirements and job concepts for each level. List ALL prior employment
- failure to fully complete the education and work history sections of the application can result in an applicant being hired at the lower level of the position. You will not be qualified based on job title alone; you must describe your actual duties. Review your application to make sure it is current