Resident Assistant - Glendale Heights

DuPage County Health Department; Glendale Heights (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The DuPage County Health Department seeks a Residential Assistant for its Glendale Heights Group Home. This full-time role involves supporting adult clients with behavioral health disorders in developing independent living skills. The position offers a meaningful opportunity to impact lives positively while gaining experience in Human Services. Employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including paid holidays and tuition reimbursement.

Benefits

12 paid holidays per year

12 weeks of paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Student Loan Forgiveness

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Valid Illinois Driver's License required.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with independent living skills.
• Monitor residents' safety and intervene in crises.
• Facilitate transportation and assist clients in appointments.

Skills

Motivational Interviewing

Role Modeling

Hygiene Education

Crisis Intervention

Job description

DuPage County Health Department - Residential Assistant

The DuPage County Health Department is seeking a dedicated team member for our Glendale Heights Group Home as a Residential Assistant. This full-time position offers work from Sunday to Thursday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.

In this role, you will provide vital support to adult clients living with behavioral health disorders, helping them develop skills for independent living within the community. This position offers a meaningful opportunity to make a positive impact while gaining valuable experience in Human Services.

As a full-time employee, you will be eligible for our comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

• 12 paid holidays per year
• 12 weeks of paid paternal leave
• Tuition reimbursement and Student Loan Forgiveness

Salary may increase based on experience. For a full list of benefits, please visit our Benefits Page.

If you are passionate about helping others and making a difference, we encourage you to apply today and join our team!

Responsibilities include:

• Assisting adult clients with serious mental illnesses in learning independent living skills through role modeling and motivational interviewing, including tasks like shopping, meal preparation, and following recipes.
• Providing education on hygiene, grooming, and housekeeping skills.
• Monitoring residents' safety and intervening in crises when necessary.
• Encouraging participation in recreational activities such as sewing, cooking, and art.
• Monitoring medication effectiveness and observing medication intake.
• Facilitating transportation and assisting clients in attending appointments.
• Maintaining environmental standards in residential facilities and vehicles.
• Keeping records in accordance with health department policies and managing clients' financial accounts.
• Upholding confidentiality and adhering to privacy laws.
• Participating in emergency activities as assigned.

Requirements: Must be at least 21 years old. Experience is preferred but not required. Candidates must possess a valid Illinois Driver's License with a good driving record. New employees are required to attend a paid New Hire Orientation at our Central Public Health Center in Wheaton, scheduled during the first shift (8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.).

The DuPage County Health Department is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.