Residential Assistant - Behavioral Health Support

Gateway Foundation; Jacksonville (IL); On-site; USD 2,152,000 - 2,797,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Wellness program

Employee assistance program

403(b) Retirement Plan

PSLF

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Alpharus Health is seeking Residential Assistants to support clients at our Jacksonville, IL facility. You will monitor safety, provide motivational support, coordinate transportation, and assist with planning activities to aid therapeutic goals.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent and a valid driver’s license. Experience with substance abuse treatment populations is preferred. Alpharus Health offers a supportive, team-based environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency is required.
• Minimum of 6 months of training or equivalent knowledge of substance abuse treatment theory and practice.
• Previous work with the program's population in residential or outpatient settings is preferred.
• Must be able to interact respectfully with clients and build a therapeutic alliance.
• Valid driver’s license in state of hire and good driving record required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, observe, and ensure safety of clients in a residential substance abuse treatment program.
• Provide motivational and educational support to help clients meet therapeutic goals.
• Schedule and coordinate client transportation and assist with planning recreational events.
• Support treatment plans by reporting observations and contributing to therapy and discipline decisions.
• Assist with other duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Job description

Alpharus Health is seeking Residential Assistants to support clients at our Jacksonville, IL facility. You will monitor safety, provide motivational support, coordinate transportation, and assist with planning activities to aid therapeutic goals.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent and a valid driver’s license. Experience with substance abuse treatment populations is preferred. Alpharus Health offers a supportive, team-based environment.