Youth Residential Assistant

Title: Residential Assistant
Location: Youth Residential Treatment Center - 620 NE 2nd Street, Gresham OR 97030
Schedule: This is an in person position with weekends required. Friday through Tuesday Swing Shift: 3:00pm - 11:30pm
Wage Range: $20.00 - $24.00 hourly, with additional differential pay if working Swing Shift ( $1.60) or Graveyard Shift ( $2.60), Non-Exempt

If you are a motivated and dedicated Residential Assistant looking for an opportunity to contribute to an organization making a positive impact, we want to hear from you!

At NARA Northwest, youll find a supportive work environment where every team member is valued and respected. Whether youre passionate about healthcare, behavioral health, education, or social services, theres a place for you to make a meaningful difference.

Company Mission:

The mission of NARA NW is to provide education, physical, mental health services, and substance abuse treatment that is culturally appropriate to American Indians, Alaska Natives, and anyone in need.

About the Company:

At NARA NW, we deliver services and support to Native American and Alaska Native communities, helping individuals lead healthier, more fulfilling lives.

With over 450 employees across a variety of programsincluding medical and dental care, addiction treatment, housing assistance, and enrichment initiatives, NARA NW offers numerous opportunities for growth and advancement, all while making a tangible, positive impact on the lives of others.

Position Overview:

Residential Assistants (RAs) are responsible for attending to all youth-related needs during their scheduled work shift. This includes monitoring youth during their daily living activities and completing all relevant documentation, using trauma informed care to provide a safe environment for healing and recovery.

What you will do:

• Provide support and intervention to youth as needed using trauma informed approaches.
• Provide academic support to youth during their daily educational routine and assist with tutoring and homework.
• Complete all required documentation, including daily communication log and incident reports.
• Facilitate medication administration to youth as indicated; maintain medication administration records (MAR) and properly document distribution of all prescribed, over the counter, and as needed medications.
• Complete regular safety checks for youth
• Maintain facility in a clean, orderly fashion while on duty. Report any safety or maintenance needs immediately.
• Work to maintain open communication with youth and coworkers to maintain a positive environment.

We would like to hear from people that have:

• Either a High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED) certification required.
• Reliable transportation, current drivers license with a clean driving record, and proof of auto insurance.
• Ability to drive passenger vehicle that may include a 15-passenger van.
• Demonstrated professional verbal, non-verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to set and maintain professional boundaries with youth clients and staff members.
• Demonstrated ability to treat youth clients and staff with respect and dignity.
• Must pass a pre-employment or for cause drug test, criminal background, and DMV checks.
• Current CPR certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.
• Experience in substance use/abuse treatment with youth essential and considered a plus.
• Understanding of 12-step philosophy and youth treatment modalities preferred.

Whats in it for you?

14 Paid Holidays: New Years Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Battle of Little Big Horn, Independence Day, Labor Day, Native American Day, Indigenous Peoples Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, day after Thanksgiving, and December 25th!

Benefits: Employees working 20 hours, or more are eligible for benefits. Benefits are effective from the 1st of the month following the date of hire.

• Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance through Kaiser Permanente
• 14 Paid Holidays (Listed Above)
• 13 Paid Days of Sick Time
• 13 Paid Days of PTO (Vacation accruals increase with years of service to a maximum of 26 days)
• $50,000 Life Insurance & AD&D
• 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)
• Referral Program- (Up to $1000 Dollars)
• Company Phone
• Company Laptop
• Public Student Loan Forgiveness -NARA NW is a local 501(c)3 nonprofit, FQHC

How to apply:

• To Quick Apply, go to Careers NARA NW (naranorthwest.org)
• Look for the position you want to apply for and submit a resume (Required) and cover letter (Not required), thats all!
• Feel free to contact recruiting@naranorthwest.org if you have any questions or would like to know where your application is in the process.

NARA NW is fully committed to supporting sobriety. To support NARA NW in its mission, all employees agree to refrain from illicit drug use, marijuana use, and prescription drug abuse, both on and off the job. In addition, all employees agree to model alcohol sobriety. Modeling alcohol sobriety means not consuming, discussing, or promoting the use of alcohol, on the job, on social media and when in the community where the employee would be likely to be seen by NARA NW clients or community. If in recovery, employees must have been sober/clean for a length of time sufficient to demonstrate that they will be able to remain sober.

Consistent with NARA NWs sobriety policy, all employees, volunteers, interns, and contractors, as applicable, are required to sign a Drug-Free/Alcohol-Free Workplace Certification Form and NARA NW Modeling Sobriety Policy Form as a condition of employment to confirm that they are aware of this policy and that they agree to comply with it. Violation of this policy will result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment. This policy is subject to the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act and its state counterpart.

This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the positions activities and requirements, the agency reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and assign other duties, as necessary.

Preference in hiring is given to qualified Native Americans in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25, US Code, Sections 472 and 473). NARA Northwest is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Within the scope of Indian Preference, all candidates will receive equal consideration. Experience working with Native American/ Alaska Native community is considered a plus.