Residential Specialist II Transitional Supervised Apartment Program (Sunday - Thursday, first shift)

Mental Health Connecticut Inc; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Dental

Vision

Life & LTD

EAP

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Mental Health Connecticut, Inc. is seeking a Residential Specialist II in Stamford to document and deliver services to individuals in recovery, following Individual Recovery Plans (IRP) and teaching daily living skills in home settings.

The role requires a GED or high school diploma and at least two years of related experience, with a Recovery Assistant certificate as applicable. Starting salary is $20.60 per hour, with a comprehensive benefits package and full-time schedule.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic counseling skills.
• GED or High School Diploma required.
• Two years of related experience or degree in a related field, with a Recovery Assistant certificate as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Engage with persons in recovery to assure participation in programs and activities.
• Collaborate with therapists, referral sources, and community agencies.
• Design, deliver, and document Individualized Recovery Plans (IRP) for adults in recovery.

Skills

Counseling skills

Education

GED or High School Diploma

2 years related experience / degree in related field

Recovery Assistant certificate

Job description

Description

Mental Health Connecticut (MHC) is a statewide not for profit provider agency that partners with individuals, their families, and the surrounding communities to create environments that support long-term health and wellness. We measure success by our ability to help individuals obtain a safe home, achieve whole health, realize a meaningful purpose, and develop connections in the community. MHC envisions a future where wellbeing is rooted in respect for the condition of being human. Our dedication to this mission is evident through our focus on community education, advocacy, and direct service.

MHC has an immediate full-time opening (Sunday - Thursday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm) for a Residential Specialist II within the Stamford area. This position will be responsible to document and deliver services, including Medicaid reimbursable services, if applicable, to persons in recovery in the activities outlined in their Individual Recovery Plans.

Starting Salary: $20.60 per hour. MHC offers a competitive benefit package which includes:

• Medical and Dental (Cost share split of premiums 90/10 for employee only and 80/20 for employee+ dependents)
• Voluntary Vision
• Company paid Life and Long Term Disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan (company match is dollar for every dollar contributed, up to 6%)
• Generous paid time off policy including 11 agency observed holidays, sick time, vacation time, and wellness days

Requirements

The Residential Specialist II responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Engage with persons in recovery to assure they participate in programs and activities.
• Act as a liaison and collaborate with the individuals' therapists, referral sources, and community agencies.
• Implement, design, deliver, and document Individualized Recovery Plans (IRP's) to adult individuals in recovery experiencing chronic mental health and co-occurring conditions including but not limited to teaching Activities of Daily Living (ADL) skills and basic life skills needed to maintain a safe home environment by working directly with persons in recovery in their residences.
• Identify and refer individuals to appropriate community supports and resources advocating for and supporting individual centered preferences.
• Provide community based or program site coverage when necessary. May be mandated to remain on site or to report beyond scheduled hours to provide essential coverage.
• Assist in obtaining and maintaining entitlements for individuals in recovery.
• Willing and able to drive a personal vehicle locally and within the state. May be required to transport individuals in personal vehicle.

Education and/or Experience:

• GED or High School Diploma required.
• 2 years of related experience and/or degree in related field, license, certification i.e. Recovery Assistant certificate
• Knowledge of basic counseling skills.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and registration.

Mental Health Connecticut, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V

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