Residential Assistant - Kona

RESIDENTIAL ASSISTANT – Kona
Support Recovery. Empower Lives. Build Community at Mental Health Kokua.

Are you a compassionate and dependable individual ready to make a direct impact on the lives of adults with mental illness? Mental Health Kokua (MHK) is seeking a dedicated Residential Assistant (RA) to join our team in Kona, supporting residents in group living settings as they transition toward independent community living.

As an RA, you'll serve as a positive role model, help residents with daily living skills, and ensure a safe, respectful, and recovery-oriented environment.

Residential Assistant Responsibilities:

• Mentoring & Support: Assist residents with life skills including communication, peer interaction, and rent responsibility, while modeling positive behavior.
• Activities of Daily Living (ADLs): Teach and support residents in personal care, meal preparation, household chores, and hygiene routines.
• Safety & Crisis Response: Maintain a safe environment, respond to emergencies, and complete incident documentation per policy.
• Program Activities: Plan and participate in recreational, vocational, and educational outings that align with residents’ interests.
• Household Operations: Support daily operations such as shopping, cleaning, and basic maintenance; report facility concerns to supervisors.
• Recovery-Based Care: Empower residents to achieve personal goals through person-centered, trauma-informed practices.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation, including progress notes and service plan updates.
• Resident Supervision: Monitor resident behavior, whereabouts, and medication self-administration, and intervene as necessary.
• Clinical Supervision: Engage in regular supervision to ensure high-quality, ethical, and culturally competent services.
• Team Collaboration: Communicate with case managers and staff to support resident recovery and program goals.

Residential Assistant Requirements:

• Minimum: High school diploma or equivalent
• Preferred: Coursework in psychology, social work, or human development; or experience in behavioral health or human services
• Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills, emotional tolerance under stress, and ability to work collaboratively in a team setting
• Certifications: TB clearance, CPR, and First Aid (or willingness to obtain)
• Other Requirements: Must pass a criminal background check and drug screening; ability to lift up to 25 lbs

Benefits of Joining MHK:

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

Why Choose MHK?

At Mental Health Kokua, we believe in “Opportunities to Begin Again.” Our Residential Assistants help bridge the gap between support and independence—giving individuals with mental health challenges the opportunity to thrive in the community.

Be the reason someone gets another chance. Start your journey with MHK and apply today.