Residential Aide - Eddy Center (Middletown)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

403(b) retirement plan with employer-m

Disability and life insurance

Paid time off

12 paid holidays

Job summary

The Connection Inc. in Middletown, CT is seeking a part-time Residential Aide for the Eddy Center. You will provide structure and supervision to justice-involved adults re-entering the community, using a strengths-based, client-centered approach to support positive change.

Requirements include a High School Diploma / GED with 2+ years related experience or an Associate's Degree and a valid driver’s license. Regular attendance and a compassionate, professional demeanor are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma / GED with 2+ years relevant experience as a Residential Aide or equivalent or an Associate's Degree
• Valid Driver’s License
• Regular and predictable attendance is required
• Experience with individuals in recovery or justice-involved settings is a plus

Responsibilities

• Provide structure and supervision to residents re-entering the community
• Utilize a strengths-based and client-centered approach
• Collaborate with Adult Services and Community Justice staff
• Maintain professional boundaries and respectful interactions

Skills

Regular attendance

Valid Driver's License

Education

High School Diploma / GED with 2+ years relevant experience or Associate's Degree

Job description

# Residential Aide - Eddy Center (Middletown)LaBella Campus - Middletown, CT 06457## OverviewSalary Range$20.00 - $20.00 HourlyPosition TypePart TimeJob ShiftThird ShiftEducation LevelHigh School/GEDCategoryResidential Aide## Description#IND123*Position: Residential Aide**Program: Eddy Center**Location: Middletown**Salary: $20.00/hour**Schedule: Part Time, 20 hours, 3rd shift, Saturday & Sunday*Program Summary:The Eddy Center is a residential housing program that provides individualized treatment services, substance use and mental health education, and job preparation to adult males who are under DOC's supervision so they can successfully re-enter their communities and avoid re-offending.Position Summary:This Residential Aide will utilize a strengths-based & client-centered approach, providing structure and supervision to justice involved Men/Women as they re-enter the community after a period of incarceration. The ideal candidate will have experience working with individuals in recovery and/or those who are justice involved ***or***have a client/customer support background and be highly motivated to help others make positive change. An ability to be both structured and compassionate while maintaining professional and respectful boundaries is required.Working within Adult Services, the Residential Aide works with Community Justice program staff to help to rehabilitate, educate, and successfully guide clients from incarceration back into the community. Requirements:* High School Diploma / GED with 2+ years relevant experience as a Residential Aide or equivalent or an Associate's Degree* Valid Driver’s License* Regular 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 employment* 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching contribution* Company paid short and long term disability and life insurance with full time employment* Paid time off (vacation, personal and sick) with full time employment* 12 paid holidays*The 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**.*