Live - In Resident Assistant - Offshore
About The Position
The Resident Assistant works onsite throughout the overnight shift at a community-based residential facility, providing ongoing care and treatment, when needed, to residents diagnosed with mental illness. The role supports residents at an assigned group home and contributes to their recovery, safety, and community integration. The position also involves facility security, medication supervision, resident-care documentation, routine housekeeping and maintenance, and communication with residents, colleagues, families, case managers, and other service providers. Travel to various locations and transportation of residents may be required as needed.
Requirements
- Associate’s degree, 60 college credits, or comparable two years of human services work experience.
- Knowledge of mental illness and ability to support and teach daily living skills.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office.
- Willingness to learn databases.
- Valid Wisconsin driver’s license, proof of insurance, and a good driving record.
- Ability to stand, walk up and down stairs without assistance, lift up to 20 pounds, grasp, pull, sit, hear, see, and speak clearly.
- Ability to travel by automobile to various locations as needed.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma and work experience caring for individuals with disabilities are preferred.
- Associate’s college degree or one year of work experience in human services or a related field is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide support, assistance, and supervision to residents.
- Secure the facility overnight, including locking doors and securing medication and cash cabinets; ensure the home is properly staffed before leaving each morning.
- Perform clinical and behavioral interventions as directed by Management.
- Supervise and accurately dispense resident medications, and report medication compliance.
- Monitor and report residents’ symptoms, strengths, and challenges to the Manager, staff, case managers, and other service providers.
- Develop and implement resident recovery plans, with a focus on Principles of Recovery and Cultural Diversity.
- Promote Goodwill’s mission and teamwork among staff and customers.
- Communicate effectively with residents, professionals, family members, and others verbally, in writing, and via computer.
- Support and train residents in community integration activities, including informed use of community resources.
- Transport residents as needed.
- Complete documentation required for resident care, facility operations, and licensure.
- Perform routine maintenance and housekeeping, including cleaning, shopping, meal planning, and minor repairs.
- Complete assigned duties and required training in a timely manner.
- Follow safety rules and promptly report known safety incidents and hazards.
- Respond effectively to residents and the environment in all situations.
- Perform other duties as assigned by Management.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
