Residential Assistant

Burke; Lufkin, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision

Retirement Match

Paid Vacation

Sick Leave

Holidays Paid

Life Insurance

EAP

Job summary

Burke is hiring a Residential Assistant to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a group home in Lufkin, Texas. You will help with daily living activities, promote independence, and maintain a safe home-like environment.

The role requires supervising daily routines, documenting progress, and coordinating with a multidisciplinary team. Evening and night shifts are part of the schedule, with a strong focus on safety and patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Texas driver's license.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain a safe and supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide supervision and support with daily living activities.
• Deliver active treatment services as scheduled.
• Promote a positive, safe, and home-like environment.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety standards within the home.
• Complete required daily documentation, including activity notes, progress notes, and medication inventory.
• Work collaboratively with interdisciplinary team members.
• Assist individuals in developing independence and daily living skills.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Dependability

Evening/night shift flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Location: Oleta Group Home - Lufkin, TX
Position Number: P#1633
Compensation: $30,850 annually
Work Schedule: 5 days on / 2 days off with rotating days off; 3 night shifts: 10:30 p.m. - 8:30 a.m.; 2 evening shifts: 2:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.

About the Role

The Residential Assistant (RA) provides care and support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a group home setting. This position helps create a safe, structured, and home-like environment while supporting individuals with daily living activities, skill development, and increased independence.

The Residential Assistant works closely with individuals and interdisciplinary team members to provide consistent, dependable support and ensure a safe and positive living environment.

What You'll Do

• Provide supervision and support with daily living activities.
• Deliver active treatment services as scheduled.
• Promote a positive, safe, and home-like environment.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety standards within the home.
• Complete required daily documentation, including activity notes, progress notes, and medication inventory.
• Work collaboratively with interdisciplinary team members.
• Assist individuals in developing independence and daily living skills.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Texas driver's license.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain a safe and supportive environment.
• Dependability and ability to work the required evening and night shift schedule.

Preferred

• Six (6) months of experience in a direct care role.
• Experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Strong interest in supporting individuals in developing independence and life skills.

Work Schedule

This position works five shifts per week with rotating days off:

• 3 night shifts: 10:30 p.m. - 8:30 a.m.
• 2 evening shifts: 2:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.

Eligible full-time employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plan with employer match
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Equal Opportunity Employer

Burke is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.