Youth Residential Counselor - Evening/Night Shift

Native American Rehabilitation Assoc. of the NW; Gresham (OR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Match

Paid Holidays

Paid Sick Time

PTO

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Health Spending Account

401(k) with Match

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Native American Rehabilitation Assoc. of the NW is seeking a Residential Assistant to support youth at a treatment center in Gresham, OR. The role involves supervising youth, documenting daily activities, and applying trauma-informed care in a structured living environment.

Shifts include Swing (3:30PM–11:30PM) or Graveyard (11:30PM–7:30AM) with weekends required. Driving is required and a valid license is necessary.

Qualifications

• Driving is a requirement for this position.
• Current, active driver's license
• Current, active auto insurance
• Over the age of 23 (per our insurance policy)
• Ability to set and maintain professional boundaries with youth clients and staff members
• Demonstrated ability to treat youth clients and staff with respect and dignity
• Pre-employment or for cause drug tests - including marijuana
• Criminal background and DMV checks
• CPR, CPI, and Food Handlers cards are required within 30 days of hire
• Experience in substance use/abuse treatment with youth (preferred)
• Understanding of 12-step philosophy and youth treatment modalities (preferred)
• Addiction Counseling certificate or knowledge a plus (preferred)
• Experience working within the Native American/Alaska Native community (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision to youth throughout daily treatment activities.
• Build positive, professional relationships with residents while maintaining appropriate boundaries.
• Conduct routine safety checks.
• Administer medications as authorized and maintain accurate MARs.
• Utilize trauma-informed approaches to support youth emotional, behavioral, and recovery needs.
• Foster a safe, respectful, and structured environment.
• Support youth engagement in treatment goals, recovery activities, and daily routines.
• Supervise and assist with chores, personal responsibility tasks, and community living expectations.
• Complete required documentation, including daily logs, incident reports, medication records, and resident updates.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming living environment.
• Transport youth to appointments, activities, school, or other approved destinations as needed.

Job description

Native American Rehabilitation Assoc. of the NW is seeking a Residential Assistant to support youth at a treatment center in Gresham, OR. The role involves supervising youth, documenting daily activities, and applying trauma-informed care in a structured living environment.

Shifts include Swing (3:30PM–11:30PM) or Graveyard (11:30PM–7:30AM) with weekends required. Driving is required and a valid license is necessary.