Direct Care Staff - Hartford (Full and part-time)

CHD Brand; Connecticut; On-site; USD 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vacation time

Paid holidays

Job summary

A community-focused organization is seeking Direct Care Staff in Hartford, CT to provide essential support to individuals facing mental health challenges. The role emphasizes establishing life-changing relationships and fostering independence among participants. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma and some experience with psychiatric disorders. A valid driver's license and insurance are required. Benefit packages include health insurance, paid time off, and a starting pay of $20.00/hr.

Qualifications

• Experience working with psychiatric disorders or co-occurring population preferred.
• Candidates must complete and pass background screening.
• Reliable, registered & insured vehicle is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct services to clients in a group home setting.
• Support clients’ daily living and medication administration.
• Advocate for individuals and foster their independence.

Skills

Experience with psychiatric disorders

Interpersonal skills

Empathy

Written and verbal communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

First Aid Certification

CPR Certification

Medication Administration Certification

Job description

Direct Care Staff - Hartford (Full and part-time)

Job Category: Direct Service

Requisition Number: DIREC006233

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• Posted : March 9, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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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 the Odyssey residential program in the Hartford, CT. Our direct care staff establish life-changing relationships with our participants and provide opportunities to optimize their independence, rehabilitation and recovery.

Odyssey House is a structured young adult residential program designed to support individuals as they build the essential life skills needed for successful community living. The program emphasizes Client development, focusing not only on practical skills but also on community integration, personal empowerment, and responsibility. Through individualized planning, structured routines, and collaborative support, Odyssey prepares young adults to transition confidently into the community with greater autonomy, resilience, and overall well-being. Many of the individuals served in Odyssey experience co-occurring mental health needs, which may include mood disorders, anxiety, trauma-related conditions, or other behavioral health challenges.

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

REQUIREMENTS:

• Experience working with psychiatric disorders or co-occurring population preferred
• High school diploma or GED
• Valid driver's license
• Reliable, registered & insured vehicle and approved driving record check
• All candidates must complete and pass background record screening process
• Current First Aid, CPR and MAP certification preferred

OPEN SCHEDULES:

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

Part-time, 3rd shift, 10:00pm-6:00am. Nights on: Friday and Saturday. Days off: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

SUCCESS FACTORS:

Those having a passion for helping others with kind and a positive approach make for an ideal candidate for the Direct Care role. Additionally, having strong interpersonal skills, empathy for others, and demonstrated commitment to serving those with significant needs, ability to work well within a team model and independently. You will also need to bring good written and verbal skills, and a strong level of compassion to meet the needs of the individuals served.

Pay rate is $20.00/hr. Take advantage of 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.

CONNECT WITH OUR TEAM TODAY!

If this sounds like the right job for you, do not wait - apply today to join our team. We look forward to hearing from you!

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Qualifications

Skills

Preferred

CPR Certif, Current

Expert

First Aid Certif, Current

Expert

Medication Admin, Current

Expert

Education

Preferred

High School or better.

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