Residential Aide - Coley House (Hamden)

The Connection Inc.; Hamden (CT); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision

403(b) retirement

Disability & Life Insurance

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

The Connection Inc. in Hamden, CT is seeking a Residential Aide for the Coley House program. The role supports direct client care in a 24/7 residential setting for pregnant women and women with children, focusing on education and recovery skills.

A stable, compassionate presence helps families on their recovery journey. This full-time position requires a High School Diploma or GED, at least 2 years of relevant Residential Aide experience, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma / GED.
• 2+ years relevant experience as a Residential Aide or equivalent.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Regular and predictable attendance is required.

Skills

Residential Aide experience

Driver's License

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Job description

Position – Residential AideProgram – Coley HouseLocation – HamdenSalary - $20.00/hourSchedule – VariesPosition Summary:The Residential Aide is responsible for direct client care for an intensive, short-term, residential Substance Abuse Treatment Program for Pregnant Women and Women with children. Coley House provides services to admitted clients, 24-hours a day, 7-days a week, 52-weeks a year. This position provides quality services in an individual or group setting by providing educational skills to enhance knowledge, awareness, and their quality of life in recovery. Staff will respond effectively to meet the needs of clients, co-workers, safe facility operations, community members and funders.The Residential Aide is a member of the care team providing care and comprehensive substance use treatment services to women who have young children or are expecting a child, at our residential Women and Children Substance Abuse Treatment facilities.Requirements:High School Diploma / GED2+ years relevant experience as a Residential Aide or equivalentValid Driver’s LicenseRegular and predictable attendance is requiredOrientation:If selected for employment with The Connection, newly hired employees will be required to attend a two (2) day mandatory New Hire Orientation at our Roscommon office located in Middletown.Benefits:Medical, dental, vision benefits are offered along with other additional voluntary coverages with full time employment403(b) retirement plan with employer matching contributionCompany paid short and long term disability and life insurance with full time employmentPaid time off (vacation, personal and sick) with full time employment12 paid holidaysThe Connection is a statewide human services and community development agency that provides unique solutions to the problems of homelessness, mental illness, substance use, improving child welfare and community justice rehabilitation. For additional information, visit www.theconnectioninc.org.