Residential Assistant - Gresham (swing shift)

Native American Rehabilitation Assoc. of the NW•Gresham, OR

15h•Onsite

About The Position

NARA Northwest is seeking a compassionate, dependable, and team-oriented Residential Assistant to support adults participating in residential substance use treatment. The role helps create a structured, recovery-focused community where clients can heal, develop healthy life skills, strengthen family relationships, and work toward long-term wellness. The position is based at the Adult Residential Treatment Center at 620 NE 2nd Street, Gresham, Oregon; the center is relocating from Northwest Portland in November 2026. The schedule is swing shift, 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., with weekends required. The base wage is $21.00–$25.20 per hour, with a $1.60 swing-shift differential, for a total hourly wage of $22.60–$26.80. NARA Northwest provides education, physical and mental health services, and substance abuse treatment that is culturally appropriate to American Indians, Alaska Natives, and anyone in need. The agency has almost 500 employees across programs including medical and dental care, addiction treatment, housing assistance, and enrichment initiatives. Employees must comply with the agency’s drug-free and alcohol-free workplace and modeling sobriety policies. Preference in hiring is given to qualified Native Americans in accordance with the Indian Preference Act; NARA Northwest is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

A current, active driver's license.
Current, active auto insurance.
Must be over age 23, per the agency's insurance policy.
Ability to drive agency vehicles, including passenger vans.
Ability to obtain CPR, CPI, and Food Handlers cards within 30 days of hire.
Ability to set and maintain professional boundaries with clients and staff.
Demonstrated ability to treat clients and staff with respect and dignity.
Completion of a pre-employment drug test, including marijuana screening, criminal background check, and DMV report.
Employees must comply with NARA Northwest's policies prohibiting illicit drug use, marijuana use, and prescription drug abuse, and requiring employees to model alcohol sobriety. Required workplace and modeling sobriety certification forms must be signed as a condition of employment.

Nice To Haves

Experience in residential treatment, behavioral health, substance use treatment, healthcare, social services, or related human services settings.
Knowledge of trauma-informed care and recovery-oriented practices.
Experience supporting individuals impacted by substance use disorders, mental health concerns, or life challenges.
Experience working with Native American and/or Alaska Native communities; this is considered a plus.

Responsibilities

Provide direct support, supervision, and encouragement to clients in a residential treatment setting.
Foster a safe, respectful, recovery-focused environment using trauma-informed care practices.
Monitor client well-being, conduct routine safety checks, and respond appropriately to client needs and emergencies.
Facilitate medication distribution and maintain accurate documentation, including daily logs and incident reports.
Support admissions, orientations, and client transitions within the program.
Transport clients to appointments, recovery meetings, and other approved activities.
Help maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming residential environment.
Collaborate with counselors, treatment staff, clients, and family members to support recovery goals.
Follow confidentiality requirements, agency policies, and applicable regulations.

Benefits

15 paid holidays, including the employee's birthday.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance through Kaiser Permanente for employees working 20 or more hours per week.
13 paid days of sick time.
13 paid days of PTO, with vacation accrual increasing with years of service to a maximum of 26 days.
$50,000 life insurance and AD&D coverage.
Short-term and long-term disability.
Flexible Spending Account.
Health Spending Account.
401(k) with 4% match.
Employee Assistance Program.
Inclement weather days (snow days).
Public Student Loan Forgiveness eligibility; NARA NW is a local 501(c)(3) nonprofit and FQHC.