Resident Assistant - Madison, WI, United States - Goodwill Industries of South Central Wisconsin, Inc.

    Default job background
    Full time
    Description

    Description

    Should a job be more than a just a paycheck? We say yes Work should be where you feel welcome and included and be recognized for making a difference. You'll also enjoy fantastic benefits such as:

    • PTO available to all employees
    • Full suite of health, dental, life, and wellness benefits

    Principal Duties & Responsibilities:

    • This shift will be Monday - Friday, 2:00pm - 10:00pm
    • Provide support, assistance and supervision to the residents.
    • Perform various clinical and behavioral interventions as directed by Management, demonstrating competent behavioral and clinical interventions.
    • Supervise resident medications, dispensing accurately, and reporting resident medication compliance.
    • Monitor and report on symptoms, strengths, and areas of challenges to Manager, other staff, case managers, and other service providers.
    • Develop and implement all features of resident recovery plans, focusing on Principles of Recovery and Cultural Diversity.
    • Promote Goodwill's mission and teamwork among other staff and customers.
    • Effectively communicate with residents, professionals, family and others verbally, in writing and via the computer.
    • Provide support and training to residents in community integration activities, including informed use of the fullest range of generic community resources.
    • Transport residents as needed.
    • Complete all documentation required for resident care, facility operations and licensure.
    • Perform routine maintenance and housekeeping duties, including cleaning, shopping, meal planning, and minor repairs.
    • Complete assigned duties, including required training in a timely manner.
    • Follow all established safety rules while performing duties, and report known safety accidents and hazards in a timely manner.
    • Effectively respond to residents and the environment in all situations.
    • Perform other duties as assigned by Management.
    • For additional duties and responsibilities, refer to the Common Work Expectations.

    Who We Are:

    Goodwill of South Central Wisconsin operates retail stores and community support programs in 14 Wisconsin counties. Revenues from our stores help support community initiatives like job coaching and training for adults with developmental disabilities, group homes for adults with mental illness, affordable apartment homes, and shopping vouchers for neighbors in need.

    We support our employees through training, tuition assistance, and clear pathways for advancement. Our success happens when team members believe in and support our mission and live by our values of respect, smile, teamwork, passion, do the right thing, and operational excellence. Join one of the area's largest and most respected non-profits today and help us support our local communities through the power of work.

    Goodwill is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. Our organization uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit

    Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

    • Associate's degree, 60 credits or comparable 2 years of human services work experience.
    • Knowledge of mental illness including the ability to support and teach daily living skills.
    • Familiarity with Microsoft Office. Willingness to learn databases.
    • Valid Wisconsin Driver's License, proof of insurance and good driving record.

    PI43942eaedd