Residential Assistant

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Residential Assistant

Public Health Management Corporation

icon Philadelphia, PA, US, 19104

iconFull Time

icon9 October 2025

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PHMC is proud to be a leader in public health. PHMC requires all employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 before the first day of employment. We will offer the vaccination at no cost via our Health Centers.

JOB OVERVIEW:

Receive a daily report and logbook from staff on the previous shift. Maintain a daily log of all activities occurring during the shift. Provide a verbal report to incoming staff. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Answer calls from the Registered Nurse when needed.
  • Provide adjunct care for participants, including ice packs and heat packs.
  • Check vital signs, weight, and record information when required by the Registered Nurse.
  • Log new residents’ belongings as well as any items received for residents during business hours.
  • Conduct a random hourly bedroom check daily.
  • Participate in the program evaluation process as necessary, including data collection.
  • Contact the on-call staff person, Facility Manager, or Program Director (in cases of emergency) for instructions on weekends and weeknights.

SKILLS:

  • Thorough knowledge of alcoholism and other addictions
  • Knowledge of the special needs of women struggling with addiction
  • Ability to set consistent, fair limits when appropriate while maintaining a sensitive and supportive attitude in relation to residents
  • Ability to act as a role model for the residents
  • High tolerance for working under pressure and handling critical situations

REQUIREMENTS:

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Valid driver’s license

PHMC is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.