Residential Rehab Tech/Traurig House/Per Diem

Gaylord Specialty Healthcare; Wallingford (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Gaylord Specialty Healthcare in Wallingford, CT is seeking a Residential Rehabilitation Technician to help residents reintegrate into the community. You will assist with ADLs, meal planning, medication administration, and daily living skills, working closely with therapy teams to promote independence.

This part-time position requires a high school diploma or GED, CPR and First Aid certification within three months, a valid CT driver's license, and the ability to obtain Medication Administration

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must obtain CPR and First Aid certification through American Heart Association within three months of hire.
• Medication Administration Certification required or must obtain within six months of hire.
• Must have a current and valid CT driver's license to operate hospital vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Assist with ADLs, home management, physical mobility and IADL tasks to promote independence.
• Assist with meal planning, preparation and food ordering.
• Administer medication, document and order medications from outside vendor.
• Monitor vital signs, fluid and food intake as ordered and ensure orders are followed.
• Assist residents to carryover skills learned in therapy.
• Assist with community reintegration activities and tasks.
• Provide feedback to therapists regarding residents' skills in a home-like environment.
• Maintain a safe, clean, supportive environment for residents on the assigned shift.

Skills

CPR certified

First Aid certified

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Category: Service/Support

Requisition Number: RESID002296

• Posted : October 30, 2026
• Part-Time
• Hourly Range : $20.54 USD to $30.80 USD

Locations

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WALLINGFORD, CT 06492, USA

Description

Gaylord Specialty Healthcare is a health system dedicated exclusively to medical rehabilitation. We provide inpatient and outpatient care for people at every point in their journey from illness or injury to the most advanced state of recovery they can achieve. Our Mission: To enhance health, maximize function and transform lives. Our values: Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence. These values guide us in providing quality patient care and transforming the lives of our patients.

SUMMARY:

The Residential Rehabilitation Technician assists Traurig House Residents in functional physical and/or cognitive tasks necessary to reintegrate into the community at the highest level possible.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with ADLs, home management, physical mobility and IADL tasks, while promoting the Residents' greater independence.
• Assist with meal planning, prep and food ordering.
• Administer medication, documentation and ordering of medications from outside vendor.
• Monitor vital signs, fluid and food intake as ordered. Assure resident’s orders are followed such as lab orders, activity and code status.
• Assist resident to carryover skills learned in therapy.
• Assist with community reintegration activities and tasks.
• Give feedback to treating therapists re: Residents' skills in a home-like environment.
• Maintains a safe, clean, supportive environment for the residents on the assigned shift

QUALIFICATIONS:

High School Diploma or GED and six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Must be or become CPR and First Aid certified through American Heart Association within three months of hire. Medication Administration Certified or must obtain certification within six months of hire.

Must have a current and valid CT Driver's license in order to operate hospital vehicles.

We Are An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

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