Residential Support Staff- Clayton

THRIVE Wellness and Recovery Inc·Village of Clayton, New York

$18 - $18/hrFull Time Part Time On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 5 days ago

Residential Support Staff- Clayton · $18 - $18/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

-42% vs. median posted rate for behavioral health roles in New York ($30.22/hr, n=3654)

$1.00/hr · lowesthighest · $42,250/hr

this role: $17.50/hrmedian $30.22/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 3,654 posted behavioral health roles in New York rates. This role sits in the 20th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 42% below the New York median for behavioral health roles.

The Residential Support Staff fosters a safe and supportive environment for individuals with mental health diagnoses by supervising daily activities and household tasks. They also assist residents with independent living skills, medication management, and crisis response.

Description Available Shifts Full-Time

Tuesday-Saturday 3pm-11pm ($17.50/hr)

SUMMARY We are seeking Residential Support Staff to foster a safe, structured, and supportive living environment for individuals with diverse persistent mental health diagnoses (Bipolar, Schizophrenia, Borderline Personality Disorder, OCD, etc.).

This role entails supervising daily activities, overseeing meal preparation and household responsibilities, and assisting residents in developing independent living skills.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to, conducting regular house and bed checks, ensuring compliance with confidentiality and ethical standards, and providing guidance, encouragement, and support to residents.

Additionally, this position involves overseeing medication self-administration, coordinating transportation for residents, responding effectively to medical and crisis situations, and ensuring adherence to program policies and procedures.

The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, a commitment to resident well-being, and the ability to collaborate within a team-oriented environment.

Requirements

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE Required

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
Preferred: Experience and/or training in the mental health field with developmentally delayed, geriatric and co-occurring disorder clients.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Required

Must maintain valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record. Must obtain/maintain current certification and/or training in CPR and First Aid, and any other areas specified by state law and agency regulation.

Posting details

Employment type: Full Time, Part Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 0-2 yrs
Salary: $18 - $18/hr
Location: Village of Clayton, New York
Posted: Sep 4, 2026
Application: Employer website

Residential support roles remain steady in New York

In New York, residential support staff roles are typically in steady demand because providers need reliable coverage for daily care, supervision, and safety support. This role is competitive for candidates who already hold CPR and First Aid certification, have a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record, and can show experience in mental health settings. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your certifications and driving record before applying.