Part - Time Residential Assistant

Location: West Bay Group Home - Jasper, TX
Position Number: P #648
Schedule: Hours and days vary based on program needs
Compensation: $13.80 per hour

Position Overview

Burke is seeking a dependable and compassionate Part-Time Residential Assistant (RA) to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a group home setting. The RA plays a key role in providing daily supervision, active treatment support, and maintaining a safe, clean, and home-like environment while working collaboratively with other professionals.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and assist residents with daily living activities

• Provide active treatment training and support as scheduled

• Promote a positive, respectful, and home-like living environment

• Ensure the group home meets Life Safety and Health standards

• Complete required documentation, including activity notes, medication inventory records, active treatment documentation, and progress reports

• Collaborate with program staff and other professionals

• Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education

• Required: High school diploma or equivalent

Experience

• Preferred: Six (6) months of experience working in a direct care role

Licenses & Certifications

• Required: Valid Texas driver's license

Special Requirements

• Ability to complete required training, including SAMA, CPR, First Aid, Defensive Driving, Van Driving, and other assigned modules

• Driving record must be insurable under Burke's insurance administrator

Physical Requirements

• Ability to see, hear, speak, walk, and lift up to 50 lbs.

• Ability to drive a vehicle

• Hand and finger dexterity for documentation and daily tasks

Why Join Burke?

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals by supporting independence, safety, and quality of life in a residential setting. Burke provides training, supervision, and a supportive team environment.

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