Residential Aide: Roots to Recovery 7308

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

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Job Title

Residential Aide

Employment Type

Full-time, 40 hours/wk

Scheduled Hours

Friday - Tuseday, 3:00PM - 11:30AM

Program / Location

Roots to Recovery, Willimantic

PC#

1495

About the Program

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 it is a 90 day maximum 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 during their stay but can start looking for work 3 weeks prior to program completion.

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.
• Training: CPR & First Aid Certification required OR must obtain within 90 days of employment.

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-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

$19.28/hour minimum- $27.98/hour maximum

Actual rates within this range are determined at the time of offer and are based on relevant experience, as well as adherence to our internal equity policy. (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.