Senior Residential Assistant – Behavioral Health

Senior Residential Assistant

Mental Health Kokua (MHK) is hiring a Full-Time Senior Residential Assistant on Maui to support a community-based residential program serving adults building stability and independence. This role combines direct support, staff guidance, and daily operations to maintain a safe, structured living environment.

As a Senior Residential Assistant, you will mentor residents in daily living skills while supporting Residential Assistants and helping ensure consistent, recovery-oriented care. This position plays a key role in maintaining structure, supporting progress, and reinforcing a respectful, home-like environment.

• Staff Support & Training:
  Assist with supervising Residential Assistants, scheduling, and on-the-job training
• Mentoring & Daily Living
  
  Skills:
  
  Support residents with routines such as cooking, budgeting, hygiene, and communication
• Safety & Crisis Response:
  Maintain a safe environment, respond to incidents, and document per policy
• Household Operations:
  Support daily operations including shopping, chores, and facility upkeep
• Resident Supervision:
  Monitor wellness, reinforce positive behaviors, and respond to challenges
• Service Planning & Documentation:
  Support resident goals and complete accurate, timely documentation
• Medication Support:
  Monitor self-administration of medications in accordance with program guidelines
• Activities & Engagement:
  Plan and support social, recreational, and community-based activities

• Minimum:
  High school diploma or equivalent and experience in human services
• Preferred:
  Coursework in psychology, social work, human development, or related field; experience in residential or behavioral health settings
• Skills:
  
  Strong communication, mentorship, organization, and problem-solving skills; ability to support both residents and staff
• Certifications:
  
  CPR, First Aid, and TB clearance (or ability to obtain)
• Fit for the Role:
  Comfortable working in a shared residential setting supporting adults building stability while managing mental health challenges

• Ability to pass a criminal background check and drug/alcohol screening
• Valid Hawaiʻi driver's license, current vehicle insurance, and safety inspection
• Work takes place in a residential, shared housing environment
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds and remain active throughout shifts

• Medical & Vision Insurance (UHA or Kaiser)
• Dental Insurance (HDS)
• Supplemental Insurance (Aflac)
• Pet Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Identity Theft & Legal Protection
• Paid Leave & Holiday Pay
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility

At Mental Health Kokua, we believe in "Opportunities to Begin Again." As a Senior Residential Assistant, you help create a stable, supportive environment where residents can build skills, strengthen independence, and move forward with confidence.

Help lead new beginnings and find purpose in every shift. Start your journey with MHK today!