Residential Assistant

Job description Residential Assistants (RAs) will provide support and guidance for residents living in the Rose House. RAs are responsible to maintain order in the facility by implementing behavioral rules and resolving conflicts between residents. RAs will ensure resident safety by monitoring issues and determining safety measures throughout the facility. RAs will also take disciplinary action when necessary, such as when a resident continually breaks rules or endanger others. RAs may need to administer drug test to support resident’s recovery or compliance with probation or parole. The primary duty of the RA is providing direct support to the Rose House’s residents. This may include assisting with day-to-day tasks such as oversight of bathing, grooming, housekeeping, and meal preparation. RAs may chaperone or transport residents to appointments, school, places of employment and recreational activities. RAs will assess residents’ health, social, and behavioral needs and will collaborate with leadership to develop actionable plans to support residents. RAs may provide social support and opportunities for residents to interact by organizing group events and meetings. Activities may occur onsite or remote. Lastly, RAs will document residents’ daily activities, issues, and other pertinent information in the resident’s records. This may include a detail intake, behavioral or social issues, and other required information. This administrative duty requires a high level of attention to detail, as well as a solid understanding of resident privacy and confidentiality guidelines. RAs may also need to provide these records to law enforcement, medical professionals, and case managers. Qualifications: -Previous experience as a residential assistant desired -Strong communication skills -Ability to be flexible, intuitive, and inventive -Self-motivated and team oriented -Conducts self in a professional manner -Must have valid driver’s license (Washington or Oregon) -Must have valid first aid certificate with CPR -Strong skills in crisis management and intervention -Must be able to successfully pass the DHS background -Must be able to successfully pass a drug screen The Joyce Finley Foundation is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified job applicants and employees without regard to the following statuses: protected veteran; qualified individual with a disability; race; ethnicity; religion; gender; pregnancy; gender identity; national origin; age; genetic information; sexual orientation; or any other protected status in accordance with local, state, or federal laws. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Internship Salary: $17.00 - $17.75 per hour Benefits: Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Schedule: 8 hour shift Ability to commute/relocate: Portland, OR: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) Experience: Caregiving: 1 year (Required) License/Certification: CPR Certification (Preferred) Shift availability: Overnight Shift (Preferred) Day Shift (Preferred) Night Shift (Preferred) #J-18808-Ljbffr