Residential Assistant in Lufkin, Texas at Burke Center

Location:Cherry ALU | Home and Community Based Services (HCS) | Lufkin, TX
Position Number: 332
Compensation: $30,850 annually
Work Schedule: Rotating schedule

• Two days: 2:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
• Three days: 10:30 p.m. - 8:30 a.m.
• Availability required Monday through Sunday due to the rotating schedule

About the Role

Burke is looking for a caring, dependable, and compassionate Residential Assistant to join our team at Cherry Alternate Living Unit (ALU) in Lufkin.

In this position, you'll provide daily care, supervision, and support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities who live in a residential setting. You'll help individuals with everyday activities, encourage independence, and maintain a safe, comfortable, and welcoming home environment.

We're looking for someone who enjoys helping others, has patience, works well with a team, and takes pride in making a positive difference in the lives of the individuals we serve.

What You'll Do

• Provide care, supervision, and support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Assist individuals with daily living activities while encouraging independence and personal growth.
• Help maintain a safe, clean, comfortable, and homelike living environment.
• Support individuals in developing and maintaining daily living skills.
• Work cooperatively with other staff members to provide consistent, quality care.
• Monitor and report changes in individuals' needs, behaviors, or well-being.
• Complete daily documentation and maintain accurate, detailed records.
• Follow established safety procedures and individual support plans.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid Texas driver's license with a driving record insurable by Burke's insurance administrator.
• Ability to complete required training, including Satori Alternative to Managing Aggression (SAMA), CPR, First Aid, Defensive Driving, Van Driving, and other assigned training modules.
• Ability to complete daily documentation accurately and maintain detailed records.
• Ability to work on the assigned overnight and weekend schedule.

Preferred

• At least six (6) months of direct care experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Benefits

Eligible full-time employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plan with employer match
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Physical Requirements

This position requires the ability to see, hear, communicate verbally, lift up to 50 pounds, stand for prolonged periods, walk, climb stairs, bend or kneel, drive a vehicle, and use hands and fingers for daily tasks. Must also be physically able to complete all required training.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Burke is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.