Part - Time Residential Assistant

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
• 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.