Youth Residential Assistant; Swing & Graveyard

Job Details:

Job Location:

Gresham Floor 2 - Gresham, OR 97030, Position Type:
Full Time, Salary Range: $22.60 - $27.80 Hourly,

Job Shift: Any, Job Category: UDS-Patient Support Personnel-32-15,

Title:

Residential Assistant

Location:

Youth Residential Treatment Center - 19909 SE Stark St, Portland, OR 97233

Schedule:

Swing: 3:30PM - 11:30PM; or Graveyard: 11:30PM - 7:30AM; weekends required for both shifts

Wage Range:
Swing: $22.60 - $26.80 hourly; or Graveyard: $23.60 - $27.80 hourly

If you are a motivated Residential Assistant looking for an opportunity to contribute to an organization making a positive impact, we want to hear from you!

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.

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.

Residential Assistants (RA’s) are responsible for attending to all youth-related needs during their scheduled work shift. This includes monitoring youth during their daily living activities and completing all relevant documentation, using trauma informed care to provide a safe environment for healing and recovery.

• 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 Medication Administration Records (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.

• 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
• Understanding of 12-step philosophy and youth treatment modalities.
• Addiction Counseling certificate or knowledge a plus
• Experience working within the Native American/Alaska Native community

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 Permanente
• 15 Paid Holidays (Listed Above)
• 13 Paid Days of Sick Time
• 13 Paid Days of PTO (Vacation…