Night Shift CNA: Resident Support for Mothers in Recovery

Northlake Behavioral Health System; Mandeville (LA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Northlake Behavioral Health System is seeking a compassionate CNA Resident Support Specialist for the Pregnant and Parenting Women Program. This role provides a safe, structured, and supportive home for mothers and their children, blending resident support, life-skills coaching, and recovery encouragement.

In this 12-hour night shift (7pm–7am), you will help residents develop independent living skills, assist with daily program activities, coordinate healthcare needs, and communicate changes to

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in recovery, residential treatment, mental health, or human services preferred.
• Driver's license and clean driving record if driving duties exist.
• Knowledge of HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2 regulations.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide life skills coaching and support residents in daily activities.
• Assist with independent living skills and healthy routines.
• Encourage participation in activities and education programs.
• Monitor medication self-administration when nursing staff off-site.
• Coordinate medical appointments and prescriptions.
• Report changes to clinical staff and assist with crisis interventions.
• Complete assessments, progress notes, incident reports, and documentation.
• Assist with admissions, discharges, inventories, and transportation.

Skills

Mental health knowledge

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Professional boundaries

Compassion

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Northlake Behavioral Health System is seeking a compassionate CNA Resident Support Specialist for the Pregnant and Parenting Women Program. This role provides a safe, structured, and supportive home for mothers and their children, blending resident support, life-skills coaching, and recovery encouragement.

In this 12-hour night shift (7pm–7am), you will help residents develop independent living skills, assist with daily program activities, coordinate healthcare needs, and communicate changes to