Relief Residential Assistant - Kona

Relief Residential Assistant – KonaAre you a compassionate professional looking for flexible work while making a positive impact? Mental Health Kokua (MHK) is hiring Relief Residential Assistants on Kona to help residents with mental health challenges build life skills and move toward greater independence.In this as-needed position, you’ll step in to cover shifts, provide direct support to residents, and ensure a safe, respectful environment where recovery can thrive.Relief Residential Assistant Responsibilities:Mentoring & Support: Serve as a caring role model to help residents develop daily living skills, communicate effectively, and achieve recovery goals.Daily Living Skills: Teach and assist with cooking, budgeting, personal care, and household responsibilities.Safety & Crisis Response: Maintain a safe environment, respond to emergencies, and document incidents per MHK policy.Resident Supervision: Monitor resident wellness and behavior, reinforce positive habits, and provide guidance during challenges.Medication Support: Oversee residents’ self-administration of medications as appropriate.Household Operations: Assist with shopping, cleaning, maintenance coordination, and other essential daily tasks.Program Activities: Plan and participate in recreational, vocational, and educational outings.Clinical Documentation: Complete accurate, timely records including progress notes and service plans.Team Collaboration: Communicate effectively with supervisors and case managers to support residents.Flexibility: Be available to cover shifts as needed and maintain regular contact with your supervisor.Relief Residential Assistant Requirements:Minimum: High school diploma or equivalentPreferred: Coursework in psychology, social work, or human development; or experience in behavioral health or human servicesSkills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills, emotional tolerance under stress, and ability to work collaboratively in a team settingCertifications: TB clearance, CPR, and First Aid (or willingness to obtain)Other Requirements: Must pass a criminal background check and drug screening; ability to lift up to 25 lbsBenefits of Joining MHK:Flexible, as-needed schedule to fit your availabilityOpportunities to gain experience in behavioral healthSupportive, mission-driven team environmentPathway to permanent rolesWhy Choose MHK? At Mental Health Kokua, we believe in “Opportunities to Begin Again.” As a Relief Residential Assistant, you’ll help create safe, stable homes where individuals can heal, grow, and build independent futures.Be the support Kona needs—apply today and help empower recovery with MHK.