Registered Nurse: Roots to Recovery- Per Diem- 7363

Community Health Resources (CHR); Windham (CT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off (including birthday)

403b retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Wellness stipend

Calm app

Confidential counseling

Job summary

Community Health Resources (CHR) is seeking a Registered Nurse for Roots to Recovery in Willimantic, CT. This per diem role supports a 24/7 residential treatment program for men, providing nursing assessments, direct client care, and health/wellness interventions in a structured setting.

The RN must hold CT licensure and CPR/First Aid certification, with experience in substance use and mental health disorders. Per diem compensation is $40.00/hr and benefits are included for eligible staff.

Qualifications

• RN licensure in CT is required.
• Experience with patients with substance use and mental health disorders preferred.
• Experience in a managed care environment is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct services to clients in 24/7 residential setting.
• Maintains a safe, therapeutic environment.
• Documents interventions and observations accurately.
• Participates in treatment planning meetings and care coordination.
• Transports clients within the program as needed.
• Develops health and wellness initiatives for identified patients.

Skills

Substance use disorders experience

Managed care experience

Nursing assessments

Education

Graduate of a School of Nursing

RN Licensure

Tools

CPR/First Aid Certification

Job description

Registered Nurse: Roots to Recovery- Per Diem- 7363

Job Category: Nursing

Requisition Number: REGIS007363

• Posted : October 20, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Roots to Recovery
Willimantic, CT 06226, USA

Description

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JOB TITLE: Registered Nurse

SCHEDULED HOURS: Flexible

PROGRAM/LOCATION: Roots to Recovery, Willimantic, CT

ABOUT THE PROGRAM: Roots to Recovery

Roots to Recovery: A Holistic Approach to Substance Use Treatment (R2R) is an intermediate, 24/7 residential treatment for men in need of a structured environment to continue building upon their recovery skills. R2R is located in Willimantic. There are 14 beds and itis a90 daymaximum intermediate (3.5) residential substance abuse treatment program. Clients are referred from intensive treatment programs, emergency room staff and/or detox programs. Clients with co-occurring disorders and on Methadone maintenance are accepted. Clients cannot work duringtheir stay but can start looking for work 3 weeks prior to program completion.

ABOUT THE POSTION: Registered Nurse

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provides direct services to clients supported within the 24/7 residential setting.
• Provides a safe and therapeutic environment within the program.
• Works within program policy and guidelines to provide program services.
• Demonstrates an understanding of the treatment of substance use disorders as well as co-occurring disorders relevant to the population served.
• Intervenes in client differences or conflicts in a way to ensure a positive milieu.
• Demonstrates an understanding of the importance of family and natural support connections for clients served within the programs
• Demonstrates the ability to form and maintain positive and healthy rapport with clients served by building trust and supporting competencies through interest and active engagement.
• Demonstrates the ability to teach and support the learning of a broad range of skills including those related to: coping skills, ADLS and areas of psychoeducation and linkage to community resources and self-help groups.
• Demonstrates an empathic understanding of complex trauma.
• Transports clients within the program as needed.
• Documents planned interventions, behavior incidents, and general observations of clients served and assessment of their skills, behavior, and moods in an objective and professional manner.
• Participates in treatment plan meetings and case conferencing.
• Maintains documentation in compliance with agency and program standards.
• Participates in staff meetings, supervision, trainings and other meetings as assigned.
• Develops and coordinates prevention, health, wellness and recovery initiatives for identified patients, including health and wellness groups as needed.
• Providing nursing assessments to new clients.
• Additional duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Graduate of a School of Nursing from an Accredited Nursing Program and RN Licensure.

Experience: Experience working with patients with substance use and mental health disorders. Experience working in a managed care environment.

Licensure/Certification/Registration: RN license to practice in State of CT. CPR/First Aid Certification within 6 months of hire.

Why Join CHR?

Be part of an exciting, supportive, and dynamic workplace where your growth and well-being are our top priorities!

• Comprehensive benefits packages include health insurance, ample paid time off (including your birthday!), employer contributions to your 403b Retirement Plan, and competitive insurance premiums with added discounts on pet, home and auto!
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs, including exclusive tuition discounts for CHR employees at several local colleges/universities
• Career development opportunities! FREE robust training curriculum, featuring our Clinical Training Series for interactive learning, practical skill enhancement, and professional growth! Clinical supervision and/or mentoring offered at several programs
• Wellness program: Annual wellness stipend, FREE premium subscription to the Calm app, 6 FREE confidential counseling sessions through our Employee Assistance Program
• Employee appreciation and involvement, including contests, lunch & learns (meet with our CEO!), employee appreciation events, employee-led resource groups open to all, and more!

And so much more! (Many benefits are available to all staff, regardless of the hours worked, with some subject to eligibility)

COMPENSATION*:

$40.00/hr

*Our per diem and fee for service positions offer a flat hourly rate.

CHR is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage all to apply.

Take the first step to a meaningful career and apply to CHR today!

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