Residential Counselor: Brook House- Per Diem-7019

Community Health Resources; Enfield (CT); On-site; USD 21,593 - 30,754; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Annual wellness stipend

Job summary

Community Health Resources is seeking a part-time Residential Counselor to work 16 hours per week at Brook House in Enfield, CT. This role involves supporting girls aged 13-18 who have experienced trauma and managing their daily activities and needs.

The ideal candidate must have a high school diploma or GED, at least two years of relevant experience, and a valid driver’s license. Benefits include generous time off, education support, and a wellness program.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license with good driving record required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain compliance with agency and program standards.
• Monitor medications of all residents.
• Facilitate educational and skill building groups.

Skills

Experience with relevant population

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Medication tracking tools

Basic home-care tools

Job description

A career can mean different things at different workplaces. Apply now to see what it means to us and what it's like to work somewhere your voice is heard, your wellness is a priority, and your success matters.

JOB TITLE:

Residential Counselor

EMPLOYMENT TYPE:

Part-Time, 16 hours/wk

SCHEDULED HOURS:

Varies

PROGRAM/LOCATION:

Brook House, Enfield, CT

PC#:

1110

ABOUT THE PROGRAM:

Brook House is a community based group home that provides 24‑hour staffing and a built‑in therapeutic component for 5 girls, aged 13‑18 who have experienced trauma and loss, who have serious emotional and behavioral problems and who have lived in more restrictive programs or institutions. Brook House allows the girls to live in a more normal, natural setting within a community, while providing a high level of support and structure.

ABOUT THE POSITION:

Residential Counselor

Position Highlights

• Great way to get your foot in the mental health field.
• Opportunity to grow your skills and take part of trainings.
• Grow invaluable relationships with the clients.

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 diploma or GED required.
• Experience: Two years’ experience working with a relevant population preferred.
• Licensure/Certification/Registration: Valid driver’s license required with good driving record.

Why Join CHR?

• Award‑Winning Workplace: Proudly recognized as a Top Workplace for 12 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.
• Comprehensive Insurance: 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.
• Career Development: 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.

COMPENSATION

 $19.00/hr

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

Acknowledgments

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

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