What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part - Time Residential Assistant position at Burke Center?
Position Title
Residential Assistant
General Description
The Residential Assistant provides training and care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities who live in a residential environment. Work involves supervising day-to-day living activities for all consumers assigned to that unit. The direct-care staff must be able to: perpetuate a harmonious, homelike environment; work with other professional and para-professional staff; daily documentation; and maintaining the home in a safe manner.
Education
Required: Graduation from an accredited high school or its equivalent.
Experience
Preferred: One (1) year of continuous responsible experience working forty (40) hours a week with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a direct care role, or two (2) years of continuous responsible experience working on an hourly basis with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a direct care role.
Licenses/Certifications
Required: Valid Texas driver's license.
Special Requests or Comments
Required: Must be physically able to complete required courses to include but not limited to: Satori Alternative to Managing Aggression (SAMA), CPR, First Aid, Defensive Driving, Van Driving, and training modules. Must have a driving record insurable by Burke's insurance administrator. Must have the ability to document appropriately and keep detailed records.
Physical Requirements
Required: Sight, hearing, talking, lifting up to 50 pounds, walking, driving a vehicle, and hand/finger dexterity.
Hours
Hours and days will vary based on placement and need.