Job Openings

The Road to Hope team is currently looking for candidates to fill the following position(s):

Resident Assistant

Position Summary:

We are seeking a compassionate, responsible Resident Assistant to provide vital weekend support to the moms and babies living in Hope House, our primary maternity home. This role offers essential relief to our dedicated house-parents and ensures continuity of care for our residents. 

You’ll be a steady presence during the weekend, offering emotional support, maintaining daily routines, and helping create a peaceful, structured environment. This position requires trustworthiness, discretion, strong organizational skills, and a heart for ministry. 

    • Maintain a stable, caring, and Christ-centered home atmosphere for residents during assigned weekend shifts

    • Support and encourage residents through active listening and healthy relationship building

    • Ensure household tasks and resident routines are followed consistently

    • Respond appropriately to any emergencies or unexpected events during the shift

    • Collaborate with weekday staff and identify areas where additional support is needed

    • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in both one-on-one and group settings 

    • Kindness, empathy, and the ability to work compassionately with individuals from diverse and often vulnerable backgrounds 

    • Deep alignment with Road to Hope’s Christ-centered mission 

    • Self-motivated, organized, and attentive to details 

    • Able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally and 8–25 pounds frequently 

    • Personal or professional experience related to pregnancy (preferred) 

    • Valid Driver’s License (required) 

    • CPR Certification* 

    • Food Handler’s Card* 

    *CPR and Food Handler’s Certifications may be obtained through Road to Hope during onboarding. 

  • This position primarily covers weekend shifts, totaling 29 hours from 5:00 PM Friday to 5:00 PM Sunday. Resident Assistants typically work 1–2 weekends per month on a rotating schedule. 

    You’ll also attend: 

    • Monthly all-staff meetings (6:00–8:00 PM once per month) 

    • Weekly program staff meetings as needed 

    • Periodic training and program development meetings, scheduled in advance 

    Opportunities for additional shifts may become available during the week when house-parents are away for work or vacation. 

    • $493 per weekend worked (average)

    • Onsite sleeping accommodations provided

    • Paid certifications (CPR, Food Handler’s) during onboarding

    • Opportunity to be part of a compassionate, faith-driven team making real change in the community

To Apply 

Please send your resume and cover letter with the subject line: ‘Resident Assistant Applicant’ to Leona Bicknese at office@road2hopepdx.org