Direct Care Staff - Hartford (All male)

CHD Brand; Connecticut; On-site; USD 48,712,000 - 65,904,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental Insurance

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Center for Human Development (CHD) seeks Direct Care Staff for a male-only CIS residential program in Hartford, CT. You will support clients with daily living, supervise medications, and promote independence in a high-support, 24/7 setting.

The role emphasizes compassionate care for individuals with mental health and substance use histories, with opportunities to grow within CHD's large system of care. Competitive benefits and 2nd shift schedule offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Registered and insured vehicle available for work.
• Background check required.
• Experience with psychiatric disorders or co-occurring population preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct services to clients in a group home setting in the community.
• Support activities of daily living and monitor self-administered medications.
• Advocate for individuals and help optimize independence, rehabilitation, and recovery.
• Develop professional relationships and offer person-centered guidance and counseling.
• Work with clients who have mental health and substance abuse histories.

Skills

CPR Certified

First Aid Certified

Medication Administration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Adult Mental Health - Connecticut
Hartford, CT 06106, USA

Description

The Center for Human Development, (CHD) is seeking Direct Care Staff to join our team at our Community Integration Services (CIS) residential program in Hartford, CT. Our direct care staff establish life-changing relationships with our participants and provide opportunities to optimize their independence, rehabilitation and recovery.

This is an ALL MALE CLIENT and ALL MALE STAFF group home. The CIS program supports high risk, dually diagnosed men requiring 24/7 supervision, including those on the Sex Offender Registry or transitioning from long term hospitalization. Services are tailored to individual needs, with the goal of enabling independent community living. Staff provide education and support to improve ADL’s, social engagement, wellness and coping skills for a healthy lifestyle. We are seeking dedicated and compassionate Direct Care Staff to join our team in providing essential care for individuals with complex behavioral needs, including those exhibiting challenging sexual behaviors.

Your role as a Direct Care Staff:

The Direct Care Staff works within the Agency’s team model, establishing open communication, support, and accountability among co-workers. Providing a supportive residential environment for individuals who are challenged by mental health and substance abuse histories in a community-based group home. Our goal is to provide an environment that encourages program participants to grow and to live as independently as possible. Some additional responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Daily activities include providing direct services to program clients living in a group home setting in the community
• Supporting clients' activities of daily living and monitoring clients' self-administer medication
• Advocating for individuals' within various community settings, and providing opportunities to optimize their independence, rehabilitation and recovery
• Develop professional and supportive relationships with clients and provide informal counseling and guidance with a person-centered focus
• The ideal candidates will have a desire to work with members of our community who have mental illness and substance abuse struggles or both

REQUIRMENTS:

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid driver's license
• Registered & insured vehicle available for work purposes
• Approved criminal background and driving check
• Experience working with psychiatric disorders or co-occurring population preferred

SUCCESS FACTORS:

Caring, Compassionate, Committed: If these three words describe you, then a career at CHD may be in your future. Successful staff can also find opportunities within our large and diverse system of care for lateral and upward mobility. Written and verbal communication skills are critical, as is the ability to work with computers.

SCHEDULES:

2nd shift, 2:00pm-10:00pm. Days on: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday. Days off: Sunday, Monday.

2nd shift, 2:00pm-10:00pm. Days on: Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday. Days off: Tuesday, Saturday.

Take advantage of a competitive compensation package starting at $20.00/hr. As well as a phenomenal benefit package that includes, Dental, Health and Life insurance. Paid time off, earned vacation time and paid holidays just to name a few.

AT CENTER FOR HUMAN DEVELOPMENT (CHD) CARE FINDS A WAY:

The Center for Human Development (CHD) provides a broad range of high quality, community-oriented human services dedicated to promoting, enhancing, and protecting the dignity and welfare of people in need. At CHD we are celebrating differences, inclusion is not just a policy- it is a daily practice. Multicultural, multilingual, and fluent in sign language, CHD is a reflection of those we serve.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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Qualifications

Skills

Preferred

CPR Certif, Current

Expert

First Aid Certif, Current

Expert

Medication Admin, Current

Expert

Education

Required

High School or better.