Residential Assistant

**Residential Assistant - Goshen

Are you looking for a rewarding and supportive work environment with opportunities to grow? Join Oaklawn, where hope and healing begin, in addressing the mental health needs of our community.** Who We Are Oaklawn is the leading provider of mental health and addiction services in Elkhart, Goshen, South Bend, Mishawaka and the surrounding communities of northern Indiana. We serve 27,000 children, adolescents and adults annually through treatment that spans the continuum of care. Our services range from skills training and case management to outpatient therapy and inpatient care, specializing in complex cases.

With nearly 900 employees on four campuses, Oaklawn offers unparalleled clinical training and robust opportunities for growth. Oaklawn has led ground-breaking initiatives in children's mental health, addiction treatment, cross-cultural outreach, housing for seriously mentally ill adults and more. Our staff have unique opportunities for advancement while working on the cutting edge of community mental health.

What We Offer a Resident Assistant: We offer competitive compensation, weekly supervision, and career advancement opportunities.

• Starting rate of $20.88
• Work life balance
• Behavioral health assistance
• Regular supervision to grow clinical/professional skills

What You’ll Do as a Residential Assistant: We are looking for PRN Residential Assistants for our group home in Goshen. Evening and overnight shifts available.

The primary work duties include:

• Assistance in maintaining daily routines.
• Providing skills and support to enable clients to regain coping abilities, enhance independent living skills, and prevent further disability.
• Creating a therapeutic milieu to facilitate treatment
• Will interact with community contacts, physicians, pharmacists, professionals, family members and center staff on the client's behalf.

Requirements for a Residential Assistant:

• High school diploma or equivalent. Bachelors degree preferred.
• Experience with targeted population a plus.
• Must be 20 years old.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Schedules include evenings, nights and weekend shift