Residential Technician: Full Time 40 Hours Weekly Third Shift

Root Center for Advanced Recovery; New Britain (CT); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Employer-paid life insurance

Short-term disability

Retirement plan with employer contrib.

PTO: four weeks

Paid holidays including birthday

Professional development funding

Annual bonus eligibility

NHSC loan repayment programs

Job summary

Root Center for Advanced Recovery is seeking a dedicated care professional for night shifts from 11:00pm to 8:00am in New Britain, CT. You will provide direct care, monitor vital signs, assist with daily living activities, and document progress for residents within a compassionate team.

Required certifications include CNA/EMT/MA, CPR/BLS, and a valid driver's license. The role offers strong benefits, PTO, and loan-repayment opportunities in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• High-school diploma or equivalent with CNA, EMT or MA certification required.
• Associate degree in Human Services or related field preferred.
• CPR/AED or BLS certification must be obtained within 6 months of employment.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and safe/clear driving record.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and monitor vital signs.
• Assist daily living activities, medication monitoring, and hygiene.
• Ensure resident safety and adherence to program rules.
• Facilitate recreational and therapeutic activities for residents.
• Document resident activities and progress in a timely and accurate manner.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to deliver comprehensive care.
• Transport residents as needed using agency vehicle.

Skills

CNA certification

EMT certification

MA certification

Driver's license

CPR/AED or BLS

High-school diploma

Education

High-school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in Human Services or related field

Job description

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

Compensation & Benefits

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 Starting at $21.00 an hour!

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.

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