Residential Aide: Heartwood- 7156

Community Health Resources (CHR); Windham (CT); Sur place; USD 22 000 - 31 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Top Workplace award

Paid time off including birthday

403b Retirement Plan

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan repayment assistance

Wellness program

Résumé du poste

Community Health Resources, Inc. (CHR) seeks a Residential Aide for Heartwood Home in Willimantic, CT.

This full-time position supports a 12-bed residential recovery program, monitoring medications, assisting residents with daily living skills, and facilitating groups per the treatment plan. The role requires a High School Diploma or equivalent, human services experience, and a valid driver’s license with CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain within 90 days).

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: Experience in Human Services with responsible work history.
• Licensure/Certification/Registration: Valid driver’s license with good driving record; CPR & First Aid Certification required or must obtain within 90 days.

Responsabilités

• Maintains physical environment and program standards to CHR, DMHAS, JCAHO and licensing standards.
• Monitors medications of all residents according to policy.
• Facilitates educational and skill-building groups and one-to-one interventions as directed by the treatment plan.
• Collaborates with providers and families to coordinate care.
• Maintains documentation in compliance with agency standards.
• Participates in staff meetings, supervision and trainings.

Formation

High School Diploma or equivalent

Description du poste

JOB TITLE: Residential Aide

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Full-time, 40 hours/wk

SCHEDULED HOURS: Sunday - Thursday 7AM-3:30PM

PROGRAM/LOCATION: Willimantic, CT

PC#: 3128

ABOUT THE PROGRAM: Heartwood Home

Heartwood Home is a 12 bed 3.1 level residential program for men aged 18 and older located in Willimantic CT. Heartwood Home provides a structured recovery residence environment, staffed 24 hours a day, which provides sufficient stability to prevent or minimize relapse or continued use. Individuals have an opportunity to develop and practice their interpersonal and group living skills, strengthen their recovery skills, reintegrate into the community and family, and begin or resume employment or academic pursuits. Clients with co-occurring disorders and on Methadone maintenance are accepted. The length of stay is typically between 30-90 days. The range in duration is individualized and based on medical necessity and clinical progress.

ABOUT THE POSITION: Residential Aide

Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintains physical environment and program standards to CHR, DMHAS, JCAHO and any other licensing standard
• Monitors medications of all residents in accordance with the Adult residential medication policy and procedure.
• Effectively utilizes appropriate communication methods/tools to transfer information to other staff regarding the day’s events
• Teaches and assists all residents in areas of rehab including: nutrition and healthy living, meal preparation, hygiene, laundry, banking and budgeting, and basic home care skills.
• Assists/Manages administrative functions and tasks at the direction of the supervisor
• Prepares and facilitates educational and skill building groups and one to one interventions as directed by the treatment plan.
• Collaborates and coordinate care with providers and families as needed.
• Assists residents in addressing medical and psychiatric needs.
• Maintains documentation in compliance with agency and program standards.
• Participates in staff meetings, supervision, trainings and other meetings as assigned.
• Additional duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.

Experience: Experience in Human Services with responsible work history.

Licensure/Certification/Registration: Valid driver’s license required with good driving record. CPR & First Aid Certification required OR must obtain within 90 days of employment.

Why Join CHR?

Award-Winning Workplace:

• Proudly recognized as a Top Workplace for 13 consecutive years!

Generous Time Off:

• Enjoy ample paid time off, including a special day off for your birthday!

Retirement Savings:

• Benefit from contributions to your 403b Retirement Plan.
• Competitive premiums with added discounts on pet, auto, and home insurance!

Education & Tuition Support:

• Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs.
• Student loan repayment assistance (Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Nurse Corps, NHSC/HRSA at select sites).
• Exclusive tuition discounts for CHR employees at several local colleges/universities.
• FREE robust training curriculum, featuring our brand-new Clinical Training Series for interactive learning, practical skill enhancement, and professional growth!
• Clinical supervision and/or mentoring available at many programs.
• Internal career fairs: connect with recruiters to discuss your career aspirations and the various opportunities available within our over 80 programs statewide.

Wellness Program:

• Annual wellness stipend.
• FREE premium subscription to the Calm app, for employees and their families.
• Fun activities like coloring contests, lunch & learns, office seasonal decorating contests, employee appreciation events, and more!
• Up to 6 FREE confidential counseling sessions per issue, per year, for individuals, couples, & families through our EAP program.

Employee Involvement:

• Participate in leadership luncheons with our CEO and various agency committees!

Stay Informed:

• Weekly video updates from our CEO and monthly newsletters to keep you in the loop.

And So Much More:

• Many benefits are available to all staff, regardless of the hours worked, with some subject to eligibility.

Join us at CHR and be part of an exciting, supportive, and dynamic workplace where your growth and well-being are our top priorities!

COMPENSATION*:

$19.28/hour minimum, and up commensurate upon experience

*Actual rates are determined at the time of offer and are based off of relevant experience, as well as adherence to our internal equity policy. Many of our positions offer program/location differentials and/or sign-on incentives. (Please note, for part-time positions this range would be pro-rated based on hours worked)

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

Qualifications

Education

Required

High School or better.

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