Residential Aide (Weekends 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.

Night Shift: Saturday & Sunday 11pm-8:30am (Every other weekend)

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.

Engage clients in fun activities and foster a community environment.

Program laundry

Stocking the bathrooms.

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

Ensure rooms are set-up for activities

Answer phone and take messages on incoming calls and email the appropriate staff.

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