Overnight Residential Assistant — Behavioral Health

Alpharus Health; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

403(b) Retirement Plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Alpharus Health in Chicago, IL is seeking a part-time Residential Assistant for the 3rd shift (12AM-8AM). Located at 1706 N Kedzie Ave, join a nonprofit behavioral health provider delivering evidence-based treatment and 60 years of service.

You will observe patients, report concerns, document interactions, and support daily activities within a structured, therapeutic environment. Must be 21+, have a GED/HS diploma, and valid driver’s license where required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Related experience in the behavioral field preferred.
• Must be at least 21 years of age with valid driver's license and acceptable MVR.
• Strong observation, communication, documentation, and de-escalation skills required.

Responsibilities

• Observe patients and monitor behavior to ensure safety and adherence to program guidelines
• Report incidents, behavioral concerns, medical issues, or missing patients to appropriate staff in a timely manner
• Document observations and patient interactions in accordance with policy
• Supervise and participate in daily patient activities and routines
• Conduct regular bed checks and patient counts in accordance with policy and procedures
• Assist with check-ins, reinforce rules, and encourage engagement in treatment
• Support a structured and therapeutic environment
• Provide input to treatment team regarding patient behavior, progress, and concerns
• Assist in maintaining consistency in behavioral expectations and interventions
• Coordinate and drive patients to appointments, work, school, or approved activities
• Perform basic administrative tasks (phones, filing, documentation support, scheduling as needed)
• Support patient events and structured activities
• Assist with educational groups or activities under supervision, in accordance with state regulations
• Collect specimens and administer screenings (e.g., urine, breathalyzer) as permitted by policy and training

Skills

Observation skills

Communication skills

Documentation skills

De-escalation skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Alpharus Health in Chicago, IL is seeking a part-time Residential Assistant for the 3rd shift (12AM-8AM). Located at 1706 N Kedzie Ave, join a nonprofit behavioral health provider delivering evidence-based treatment and 60 years of service.

You will observe patients, report concerns, document interactions, and support daily activities within a structured, therapeutic environment. Must be 21+, have a GED/HS diploma, and valid driver’s license where required.