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Resident Assistant
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What they do
A Residential Assistant or Advisor works in a residential mental health, long-term care, or substance abuse treatment facility and provides support for patients, including resolving conflicts, helping them adjust to their environment, and alleviating concerns. Performs inspections and assists with move-ins and facility programming.
$40,397 / year median in Iowa
+4% projected growth
Job Description
2nd (3P-11P) and or 3rd (11P-7A $18/hr) A Resident Assistant is a non-professional employee trained to provide personal care and related services to residents in the community according to documented, individualized service and care plans. He/she functions under the Healthcare Coordinator. May be a Certified Nurse's Aide but this is not required. Position is second shift (3PM-11PM) and requires weekend rotation.