Resident Assistant 1 - Naperville GH

DuPage County Health Department is looking for a new team member at our Naperville Group Home to work as a Residential Assistant. The hours are Sunday to Thursday from 7:00 am to 3:00 pm. Working in this position, you will have the opportunity to provide life-changing assistance to adult clients, who live with behavioral health disorders. Our program focuses on teaching clients to live independently with the goal of being able to live self-sufficiently within a community. All positions provide an opportunity to make a positive difference in your community, while gaining valuable experience working in the field of Human Services. Our starting rate is $15.65 per hour.(Salary may increase based on experience) Overtime is available, however, not required. As a full-time DuPage County employee, you will be eligible for our full benefit package which includes: 12 paid holidays per year, 12 days of paid vacation, paid sick, 5 paid personal days, Pension-eligible position for a secure retirement, Eligibility for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program and Tuition reimbursement and certification reimbursement If your passion is a desire to help others and to make a difference in people's lives, then apply today and join our team! Provides assistance to adult clients with serious behavioral health issues, in learning independent living skills using various methods of role modeling and motivational interviewing. Demonstrating and assisting with tasks such as making a shopping list, preparing meals or following recipe instructions Provides education and direction on proper hygiene and grooming and demonstrates housekeeping skills. Monitors overall personal safety of residents including crisis intervention. Participates and encourages clients with individual and group recreational activities such as sewing, cooking and art. Monitors medication effectiveness and may observe clients taking medications. Assists in facilitating transportation including assisting clients in attending all scheduled appointments. Performs tasks related to maintaining environmental standards in residential facilities and vehicles. Maintains records according to health department policies and assists in managing clients' financial accounts. Maintains confidentiality of privileged information and adheres to client privacy laws. Participates in emergency activities as assigned. Must be 21 years of age. Experience preferred, but not required. A qualified candidate must possess a valid State of Illinois Driver's license and a good driving record. Attendance at paid HR New Hire Orientation in Wheaton is required. DuPage County Health Department is an equal-opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.