Residential Assistant - Behavioral Health

Mental Health Kokua

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Support Recovery. Empower Lives. Strengthen Community. Mental Health Kokua (MHK) is hiring a Residential Assistant on Kauaʻi to support adults living in community-based housing. This role provides hands-on daily living support in a shared home environment focused on stability, safety, and recovery. As a Residential Assistant, you will help residents build routines, strengthen independent living skills, and maintain a respectful, recovery-oriented household. This position is ideal for dependable individuals who value teamwork and meaningful, person-centered work.

Requirements

Minimum: High school diploma or equivalent
Skills: Reliability, compassion, strong communication skills, emotional resilience, and ability to work as part of a team
Certifications: CPR, First Aid, and TB clearance (or willingness to obtain)
Fit for the Role: Comfortable working in shared, community-based housing with adults building independence and stability
Ability to pass a criminal background check and drug/alcohol screening
Ability to work assigned schedules, including evenings, weekends, or holidays as needed
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
Work takes place in a residential, community-based setting

Nice To Haves

Preferred: Experience or coursework in behavioral health, human services, or supportive housing

Responsibilities

Daily Living Support: Assist residents with meals, hygiene, communication, budgeting, and household routines.
Safety & Crisis Response: Maintain a safe environment, respond calmly to emergencies, and complete incident documentation.
Recovery-Oriented Support: Encourage resident goals using person-centered, trauma-informed practices.
Program Activities: Support social, recreational, educational, and community-based activities.
Household Operations: Assist with shopping, cleaning, organization, and basic upkeep of the home.
Resident Supervision: Monitor resident well-being and reinforce positive routines and expectations.
Documentation: Complete timely progress notes and required reports according to policy.
Team Collaboration: Work closely with supervisors, case managers, and team members to support resident stability.