Residential Assistant

Company: Burke Center
Location: Nacogdoches
Posted on: March 12, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Position Title Residential Assistant - C.B. - Nacogdoches Group Home - Nacogdoches, TX Position Number P 337 General Description The Residential Assistant (RA) is responsible for providing guidance and care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities living in a residential setting. Work involves supervising day-to-day living activities; providing active treatment; perpetuating a harmonious, home-like environment; and working with other professionals. The RA assists the Day Programmer in providing active treatment as scheduled. The RA is also responsible for ensuring that the group home environment is kept safe and clean according to Life Safety and Health standards. Daily documentation includes activity notes, medication inventory records, and progress reports. Other documentation is required on an as-needed basis. Reliable transportation is required. Education Required: Graduation from an accredited high school or its equivalent. Experience Preferred: Six (6) months' experience working with adults with developmental disabilities. Licenses/Certifications Required: Valid Texas driver's license. Special Requests or Comments Required: Must be physically able to complete Satori Alternatives to Managing Aggression (SAMA), CPR, First Aid and Defensive Driving training modules. You must complete the required employee training. Must have a driving record insurable by Burke's insurance administrator. Physical Requirements Required: Sight, hearing, talking, lifting to 50 pounds, walking, driving a vehicle, and hand/finger dexterity. Hours This position follows a rotating schedule, working two days from 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. and three days from 10:30 p.m. to 9:00 a.m. Availability is required Monday through Sunday due to the rotating nature of the schedule. Salary $30,850 annually PI09ab0ec9ce01-25405-38533186

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