Recovery Residential Specialist II – Danbury

Mental Health Connecticut Inc; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

EAP

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Mental Health Connecticut, Inc. (MHC) is seeking a Residential Specialist II to provide direct services to adults in recovery in the Danbury area, documented in Individual Recovery Plans and focused on improving quality of life.

The position is full-time, Tuesday to Saturday, 8:00 am–4:00 pm, with attention to safety and community integration. The role requires a GED or high school diploma and at least 2 years of related experience or a related degree/certification (e.g., Recovery Assistant).

Qualifications

• GED or High School Diploma required.
• At least 2 years of related experience or a degree/certification in a related field.
• Valid driver’s license, vehicle registration and insurance required.

Responsibilities

• Engage with persons in recovery to assure participation in programs and activities.
• Ensure the safety of individuals in residence through proper supervision of the program site.
• Act as a liaison with therapists, referral sources, and community agencies.
• Implement, design, deliver and document Individualized Recovery Plans (IRPs) and teach ADL skills.
• Identify and refer individuals to appropriate community supports and resources.
• Maintain confidential charts with daily progress, behaviors, and incidents; notify supervisor of concerns.
• Provide on-site coverage as needed and may work beyond scheduled hours for essential coverage.
• Assist in obtaining and maintaining entitlements for individuals in recovery.
• Collaborate with DMHAS and other community agencies.

Education

GED or High School Diploma

2 years related experience or degree in related field

Recovery Assistant certificate

Job description

Mental Health Connecticut, Inc. (MHC) is seeking a Residential Specialist II to provide direct services to adults in recovery in the Danbury area, documented in Individual Recovery Plans and focused on improving quality of life.

The position is full-time, Tuesday to Saturday, 8:00 am–4:00 pm, with attention to safety and community integration. The role requires a GED or high school diploma and at least 2 years of related experience or a related degree/certification (e.g., Recovery Assistant).