Residential Technician: Full Time 40 Hours Weekly Second Shift

Root Center for Advanced Recovery (a trade name of the Hartford Dispensary); New Britain (CT); On-site; USD 44,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Retirement plan with employer matching

4 weeks PTO

Paid holidays including birthday

Professional development funding

Annual bonus eligibility

NHSC Loan Repayment Programs

Job summary

Root Center for Advanced Recovery is hiring a Residential Technician for the New Britain, CT area. The role involves daily living assistance, basic medical care, and administrative duties as part of the patient care team.

The position operates on a second shift from 11:00pm to 8:00am, with a comprehensive benefits package. Compensation ranges from $21.00 to $28.00 per hour, with benefits including medical, dental, vision coverage, life insurance, disability, and a 401(k) retirement plan.

Qualifications

• High-school diploma or equivalent with CNA/EMT or MA certification required.
• Associate degree in Human Services or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and support to residents; accurately performs and documents vital signs.
• Assist with daily living activities, including meal pickup/set up, medication monitoring and hygiene.
• Monitor and supervise residents to ensure safety and adherence to program rules.
• Facilitate recreational and therapeutic activities to promote engagement and socialization.
• Document resident activities, behaviors and progress in a timely and accurate manner.
• Communicate and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to deliver comprehensive care.

Skills

CNA certification

EMT certification

MA certification

Education

High-school diploma or equivalent

CNA/EMT/MA certification

Associate degree in Human Services or related field (preferred)

Job description

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Residential Technician: Full Time 40 Hours Weekly Second Shift

Full Time Technical New Britain, CT, US

At Root Center for Advanced Recovery, we build relationships that empower patients with the courage and ability to change by providing guidance and support throughout every step of recovery. We are caring, knowledgeable professionals who believe in honoring the potential of every individual while continually renewing ourselves, embracing new perspectives, and recognizing that progress is the destination. For more than 150 years, we have remained committed to inspiring hope and strengthening the communities we serve.

Position Summary:

Performs daily living assistance and medical care to residents. Performs administrative duties and delegated tasks as a member of the patient care team.

Working hours: 11:00pm - 8:00am

We offer a competitive compensation package designed to support your personal and professional well-being, including comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employer-paid life insurance and short-term disability, a generous retirement plan with employer contributions, four weeks of PTO, paid holidays (including your birthday), professional development funding, annual bonus eligibility, excellent work-life balance with a 35-hour work week and no current on-call responsibilities, and eligibility for multiple NHSC Loan Repayment Programs.

Hourly Rate: $21.00 to $28.00

Essential Functions:

• Provide direct care and support to residents; Accurately performs and documents vital signs.
• Assist with daily living activities, including meal pick up and set up, medication monitoring, and hygiene.
• Monitor and supervise residents to ensure safety and adherence to program rules.
• Facilitate recreational and therapeutic activities for residents, promoting engagement and socialization.
• Address crisis situations and provide emotional support to residents in need.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of residential facility.
• Document resident activities, behaviors, and progress in a timely and accurate manner.
• Communicate and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to deliver comprehensive care to residents
• Monitor individual’s needs at all times; Engage residents by providing weekly programs and social activities to promote mental and emotional well-being
• Collects fees and records payments; photographs clients and prepares client ID cards; electronically prepares medical records for new admissions and accompanying information; processes client refunds; participating in clinical staff meetings; completes client fee contracts; updates lobby boards; process late fee letters on a timely basis
• Transports patients safely in agency vehicle from facility to appointments and other venues on an as needed basis.

Qualifications/Skills Required:

High-school diploma or equivalent with CNA, EMT or MA certification required; Associate degree in Human Services or related field preferred. Prior experience and demonstrated ability and sensitivity to work with drug dependent people within the scope of this rehabilitation program. Adult CPR/AED or BLS certification must be obtained and maintained within the initial 6 months of employment. Must possess a valid driver’s license and safe/clear driving record.

EEO Statement:

Root Center is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. Root considers applicants for employment without regard to, and does not discriminate on the basis of, an individual’s sex, race, color, religion, age, disability, status as a veteran, or national or ethnic origin; nor does Root Center discriminate on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity or expression.