Residential Assistant and Activities Coordinator

RIDGEVIEW, a not-for-profit community mental health center based in Oak Ridge, TN, has an immediate opening for a Full-Time (32 hours/week) Residential Assistant / Activities Coordinator.  The schedule will be Sunday-Wednesday, 8:30am-5:00pm.

Shift differential is available for nights and weekends.

Full training will be provided for you to give direct social service assistance to individuals experiencing severe and persistent mental illness.  

Do you have the passion to make a difference in the lives of adults with severe and persistent mental illness in their home setting?  Are you someone who can engage with clients and create an atmosphere of trust and love?  We want you!

Ridgeview has been named a 2025 Top Workplace by Knoxville News Sentinel, which is a testament to our staff who unite behind the idea of One Ridgeview. Ridgeview is a place where staff want to work, a place where staff are valued and appreciated, and a place where staff are proud of the impact they are making toward the improvement of people's lives. At Ridgeview, our real job satisfaction is derived from co-workers, clients, and the realization that we are part of carrying out Ridgeview's mission.

HOPE | HEALING | RECOVERY
"Where life's complexities are met with hope"

REQUIREMENTS

High school or GED required.  Experience in residential facilities, mental health, or behavioral health highly preferred. Valid Tennessee driver’s license and a safe driving record that is insurable on Ridgeview's vehicle insurance is required.

JOB DUTIES

This position is primarily responsible for the supervision and safety of all residents in a 10 bed group home for individuals with severe and persistent mental illness. Residential assistants offer daily training to each resident on Activities of Daily Living such as cooking, cleaning and hygiene.  RAs distribute medications and ensure that the home is maintained in the manner required by licensure.  In addition to Residential Assistant duties, the Activities and Training Coordinator is responsible for the assessment and individualized goal planning of residents, along with coordination of the monthly activities program.

BENEFITS

Ridgeview offers a full line of benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, Long-Term Disability, Holiday Pay, Vacation and Sick Leave, Life Insurance and Wellness Plan. Ridgeview is an approved National Health Service Corp site. Loan repayment for qualified behavioral health and primary health care providers is available.

Ridgeview is an equal opportunity employer. Ridgeview conducts Background Checks, Motor Vehicle Records, License/Degree Verification, and Drug Screens at hire. Employment is contingent upon clean drug screen, background check and driving record.

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