Residential Aide (Sun-Thurs 11pm-8:30am) - Madison Heights in Madison Heights, Michigan at Personalized Nursing Light House INC

Personalized Nursing LIGHT House (PNLH) is seeking qualified candidates for Residential Aide positions at our Madison Heights location.

Overnight Shift: 11:00 PM – 8:30 AM

• This is an overnight position requiring alertness and active engagement throughout the shift.

PNLH Madison Heights is a men’s residential substance use disorder treatment and withdrawal management (detox) program, providing 24/7 support in a structured, recovery-focused environment.

Residential Aides play a critical role in maintaining a safe, respectful, and structured environment while supporting residents throughout their recovery process.

This position is primarily based in Madison Heights but may require occasional local travel to other PNLH locations for orientation, training, or operational needs.

Preference will be given to candidates with training or experience in trauma-informed care.

PNLH takes affirmative efforts to hire individuals with disabilities, including individuals in recovery.

The Residential Aide provides direct support to residents in a structured behavioral health environment. Residents may be experiencing withdrawal symptoms, emotional distress, or behavioral challenges, and staff are expected to maintain professionalism, appropriate boundaries, and effective responses at all times. This role includes assisting with daily needs, supporting intake and discharge processes, maintaining documentation, and promoting a safe and respectful residential setting.

• Clean/sanitize common areas

• Program laundry

• Stocking and cleaning the Kitchen

• Turning over resident bedrooms- sanitizing the room, cleaning the bed, making sure the room is empty

• Scan in client files

• Support residents with daily needs in a professional and respectful manner

• Maintain a safe, clean, and structured residential environment

• Assist with resident intake and discharge processes

• Monitor resident behavior and report concerns to the team

• Complete accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record system

• Communicate effectively with team members regarding resident needs and changes

• Maintain professional boundaries and appropriate conduct at all times

• Maintain appropriate emotional regulation and professionalism when responding to resident needs, including during periods of stress or behavioral escalation

• Perform other related duties as assigned

• High school diploma or GED

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Basic computer skills

• Willingness and ability to learn internal systems

• Ability to pass required pre-employment screenings

• CNA certification

• CPR or Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

• Experience in substance use disorder treatment, behavioral health, residential care, or human services

• Training or experience in trauma-informed care

$17.00 – $18.00 per hour

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Life insurance

• Paid time off

• Employee assistance program

• Flexible spending account