Part-Time Night-Shift Residential Specialist (Recovery)

Mental Health Connecticut Inc; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Mental Health Connecticut, Inc. is seeking a part-time Residential Specialist I to support individuals in recovery in the Stamford area, Saturday and Sunday overnights and Friday night into Saturday morning, 12:00 am–8:00 am.

The role focuses on documenting services and delivering Medicaid-reimbursable services when applicable under the Individual Recovery Plan. The position emphasizes safety, active supervision, ADL coaching, IRP implementation, and on-site coverage as needed.

Qualifications

• GED or High School Diploma is required.
• Experience in community mental health is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Engage with persons in recovery to assure they participate in programs and activities.
• Document all activities, communications, and encounters with individuals in recovery according to service contract and MHC requirements.
• Ensure the safety of individuals in their residence through proper supervision of the site including being aware of necessary treatment issues.
• Orient individuals to the program available to them.
• Responsible for maintaining specific activity and progress reports.
• Teach and assist Activities of Daily Living (ADL) skills to maintain a clean and orderly environment.
• Implement the Individual Recovery Plan (IRP).
• Provide emergent program site coverage when necessary. May be mandated to remain on site or to report beyond scheduled hours to provide essential coverage.
• Attend trainings and meetings as required.

Education

GED or High School Diploma

Job description

Mental Health Connecticut, Inc. is seeking a part-time Residential Specialist I to support individuals in recovery in the Stamford area, Saturday and Sunday overnights and Friday night into Saturday morning, 12:00 am–8:00 am.

The role focuses on documenting services and delivering Medicaid-reimbursable services when applicable under the Individual Recovery Plan. The position emphasizes safety, active supervision, ADL coaching, IRP implementation, and on-site coverage as needed.