Residential Attendant - Recovery Services

Merakey • Philadelphia, PA

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About The Position

The Residential Attendant is a direct care position supporting adults in a transitional housing environment. Residents may be in the early stages of recovery from chemical or alcohol dependency, co-occurring disorders, serious mental illness, and homelessness. The attendant helps ensure resident and facility safety and that the program schedule is followed, while also providing direct support to supportive service coordinators, program managers, and program directors. This role is part of Merakey’s Wellness Village program, a recovery initiative in partnership with the City of Philadelphia. The position is PRN and pays $20.00 per hour.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Effective communication skills.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in a residential or drug and alcohol treatment setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor residents’ behavior.
• Maintain a safe, harassment-free atmosphere conducive to recovery.
• Conduct building checks for cleanliness and safety, including all rooms.
• Write incident reports, notify the supervisor or program manager immediately, and follow Merakey reporting procedures and policies.
• Monitor residents as they take prescribed medication and report medication-monitoring issues to the immediate supervisor, following Merakey incident-report policy.
• Monitor assigned chores, if applicable, and ensure general inspections are completed properly.
• Complete assigned trainings within mandated time frames.
• Ensure nutritious meals are served during the shift, if applicable.
• Follow local procedures while performing duties.
• Perform other duties as required or assigned.

Benefits

• DailyPay access to pay.
• Retirement plan with pre-tax and Roth employee contribution options.
• Voluntary limited benefits through the American Worker, including limited medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; these are not a substitute for major medical insurance.
• Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• On the Goga well-being platform with self-care tools and resources.
• Employee discounts and savings programs for entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
• Free online personal development classes through Pryor Online Learning.
• Gated parking with security.
• Career growth opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED