Recovery Support Specialist — Residential Night Shift

Community Health Resources; Windham (CT); On-site; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

403b retirement plan contributions

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness stipend

Job summary

Community Health Resources is seeking a Residential Aide for Roots to Recovery in Willimantic, CT. The full-time role runs Friday through Tuesday, 3:00 PM–11:30 PM, within a 24/7 residential treatment setting.

The position involves maintaining facility standards, supervising medications, and delivering rehab activities and life skills coaching. CPR/First Aid training is required or obtained within 90 days.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Experience in Human Services with responsible work history.
• Valid driver’s license with good driving record.
• CPR & First Aid Certification required OR must obtain within 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Maintains the physical environment and program standards.
• Monitors medications of all residents per policy.
• Communicates day’s events to staff using appropriate tools.
• Teaches rehab topics: nutrition, budgeting, hygiene, meal prep, home care.
• Assists/Manages administrative tasks as directed by supervisor.
• Prepares and facilitates educational and skill-building groups and interventions.
• Coordinates care with providers and families as needed.
• Assists residents with medical and psychiatric needs.
• Maintains documentation per agency and program standards.
• Participates in staff meetings, supervision, trainings and other meetings.

Skills

Experience in Human Services

Valid driver’s license

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Community Health Resources is seeking a Residential Aide for Roots to Recovery in Willimantic, CT. The full-time role runs Friday through Tuesday, 3:00 PM–11:30 PM, within a 24/7 residential treatment setting.

The position involves maintaining facility standards, supervising medications, and delivering rehab activities and life skills coaching. CPR/First Aid training is required or obtained within 90 days.