Part-Time Weekend Residential Support Specialist

LE_001 New Narrative; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

New Narrative is seeking a part-time Residential Support Specialist to work Saturdays and Sundays, 7 AM–3 PM, in Portland, OR. You will join a multidisciplinary team to assist residents in mental health residential programs, focusing on daily living skills, autonomy, and therapeutic activities within a compassionate, community-first framework.

Responsibilities include hands-on support with daily tasks, crisis de-escalation, meal preparation, documentation, and ensuring a safe, clean living

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age and capable of implementing emergency procedures and disaster plan.
• Must be able to administer CPR and Naloxone.
• Must be comfortable working independently.

Responsibilities

• Actively engage residents to support goals and transition planning.
• Assist with activities of daily living and instrumental tasks (appointments, house tasks, hygiene, dressing, eating, medications).
• Participate in team-based care and staff meetings.
• Provide and facilitate group activities and community engagement.
• Adhere to medication management protocol and monitor changes in medication.
• Maintain documentation in resident charts and shift notes.

Skills

CPR certification

Naloxone administration

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma/GED

QMHA credentials preferred

Job description

New Narrative is seeking a part-time Residential Support Specialist to work Saturdays and Sundays, 7 AM–3 PM, in Portland, OR. You will join a multidisciplinary team to assist residents in mental health residential programs, focusing on daily living skills, autonomy, and therapeutic activities within a compassionate, community-first framework.

Responsibilities include hands-on support with daily tasks, crisis de-escalation, meal preparation, documentation, and ensuring a safe, clean living