Residential Assistant - Gresham (swing shift)

Native American Rehabilitation Assoc. of the NW; Gresham (OR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15 Paid Holidays

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) with 4% Match

PTO & Sick Time

Life Insurance & AD&D

Disability Insurance (Short & Long)

Job summary

NARA Northwest seeks compassionate Residential Assistants to support adults in a residential treatment setting. You’ll provide direct care, supervise residents, and promote a safe, recovery-oriented environment.

Responsibilities include medication distribution, documentation, admissions support, and transporting clients to approved activities. Requires a valid driver's license, auto insurance, and ability to drive agency vehicles; swing shift duties and weekend requirements apply.

Qualifications

• Pre-employment drug test including marijuana
• Criminal background check
• DMV report
• Ability to drive agency vehicles
• Current, active driver’s license
• Current, active auto insurance
• Over the age of 23 (per our insurance policy)
• CPR, CPI, and Food Handler's card (within 30 days of hire)
• Ability to set and maintain professional boundaries with clients and staff
• Demonstrated ability to treat clients and staff with respect and dignity
• Experience working in residential treatment, behavioral health, substance use treatment, healthcare, social services, or related settings
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care and recovery-oriented practices

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support, supervision, and encouragement to clients in a residential treatment setting.
• Foster a safe, respectful, and recovery-focused environment using trauma-informed care practices.
• Monitor client well-being, conduct routine safety checks, and respond to emergencies.
• Facilitate medication distribution and maintain daily logs and incident reports.
• Support admissions, orientations, and client transitions within the program.
• Transport clients to appointments, recovery meetings, and approved activities.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming residential environment.
• Collaborate with counselors, treatment staff, clients, and family members to support recovery goals.
• Follow confidentiality requirements and agency policies.
• Driving is a requirement for this position

Skills

Compassionate care

Team player

Trauma-informed care

Strong communication

Dependable

Tools

CPR

CPI

Job description

Title: Residential AssistantLocation: Adult Residential Treatment Center - 620 NE 2nd Street, Gresham OR 97030 (relocating from Northwest Portland in November 2026)Schedule: Swing Shift: 3:00PM - 11:30PM; weekends requiredWage Range: $21.00 - $25.20 base, with additional differential pay for Swing Shift (+$1.60) (total hourly wage is $22.60 - $26.80)At NARA Northwest, you’ll find a supportive work environment where every team member is valued and respected. Whether you’re passionate about healthcare, behavioral health, education, or social services, there’s a place for you to make a meaningful difference.Make a difference in someone's recovery journey.Are you passionate about helping others, building meaningful connections, and creating a safe, supportive environment for individuals working toward recovery? NARA Northwest is seeking compassionate, dependable, and team-oriented Residential Assistants to join our Adult Residential Treatment team.As a Residential Assistant (RA), you'll play an important role in supporting adults participating in residential substance use treatment. You'll help create a structured, recovery-focused community where clients can heal, develop healthy life skills, strengthen family relationships, and move toward long-term wellness.This is an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in behavioral health, social services, recovery support, psychology, counseling, or community-based care.Company Mission:The mission of NARA NW is to provide education, physical, mental health services, and substance abuse treatment that is culturally appropriate to American Indians, Alaska Natives, and anyone in need.With almost 500 employees across a variety of programs—including medical and dental care, addiction treatment, housing assistance, and enrichment initiatives, NARA NW offers numerous opportunities for growth and advancement, all while making a tangible, positive impact on the lives of others.What you will do:Provide direct support, supervision, and encouragement to clients in a residential treatment setting.Foster a safe, respectful, and recovery-focused environment using trauma-informed care practices.Monitor client well-being, conduct routine safety checks, and respond appropriately to client needs and emergencies.Facilitate medication distribution and maintain accurate documentation, including daily logs and incident reports.Support admissions, orientations, and client transitions within the program.Transport clients to appointments, recovery meetings, and other approved activities.Assist with maintaining a clean, organized, and welcoming residential environment.Collaborate with counselors, treatment staff, clients, and family members to support recovery goals.Follow all confidentiality requirements, agency policies, and applicable regulationsDriving is a requirement for this positionCurrent, active driver's licenseCurrent, active auto insuranceOver the age of 23 (per our insurance policy)Additional Requirements:Pre-employment drug test - including marijuanaCriminal background checkDMV reportAbility to drive agency vehicles, including passenger vansCPR, CPI, and Food Handlers card (within 30 days of hire)Ability to set and maintain professional boundaries with clients and staff membersDemonstrated ability to treat clients and staff with respect and dignityPreferred Qualifications:Experience working in residential treatment, behavioral health, substance use treatment, healthcare, social services, or related human services settings.Knowledge of trauma-informed care and recovery-oriented practices.Experience supporting individuals impacted by substance use disorders, mental health concerns, or life challenges.Experience working with Native American and/or Alaska Native communities.What’s in it for you?15 Paid Holidays: New Years Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Battle of Little Big Horn, Independence Day, Labor Day, Native American Day, Indigenous Peoples’ Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, day after Thanksgiving, and December 25th and your Birthday!Benefits: Employees working 20 hours, or more are eligible for benefits. Benefits are effective from the 1st of the month following the date of hire.Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance through Kaiser Permanente15 Paid Holidays (Listed Above)13 Paid Days of Sick Time13 Paid Days of PTO (Vacation accruals increase with years of service to a maximum of 26 days)$50,000 Life Insurance & AD&DShort Term and Long-Term DisabilityFlexible Spending AccountHealth Spending Account401(k) with 4% MatchEmployee Assistance ProgramInclement Weather Days (Snow Days)Public Student Loan Forgiveness -NARA NW is a local 501(c)3 nonprofit, FQHCHow to apply:To Quick Apply, go to Careers – NARA NW (naranorthwest.org)Look for the position you want to apply for and submit a resume (Required) and cover letter (Optional), that’s all!Feel free to contact [e-mail] if you have any questions or would like to know where your application is in the process.NARA NW Mission: Our mission is to provide education, physical and mental health services and substance abuse treatment that is culturally appropriate to American Indians, Alaska Natives, and everyone in need.NARA NW is fully committed to supporting sobriety. To support NARA NW in its mission, all employees agree to refrain from illicit drug use, marijuana use, and prescription drug abuse, both on and off the job. In addition, all employees agree to model alcohol sobriety. Modeling alcohol sobriety means not consuming, discussing, or promoting the use of alcohol, on the job, on social media and when in the community where the employee would be likely to be seen by NARA NW clients or community. If in recovery, employees must have been sober/clean for a length of time sufficient to demonstrate that they will be able to remain sober.Consistent with NARA NW’s sobriety policy, all employees, volunteers, interns, and contractors, as applicable, are required to sign a “Drug-Free/Alcohol-Free Workplace Certification Form” and NARA NW “Modeling Sobriety Policy Form” as a condition of employment to confirm that they are aware of this policy and that they agree to comply with it. Violation of this policy will result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment. This policy is subject to the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act and its state counterpartPreference in hiring is given to qualified Native Americans in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25, US Code, Sections 472 and 473). NARA Northwest is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Within the scope of Indian Preference, all candidates will receive equal consideration. Experience working with Native American/ Alaska Native community is considered a plus.This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position’s activities and requirements, the agency reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and assign other duties, as necessary.