Technician

Connecticut Renaissance; Waterbury (CT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Life Insurance

Voluntary Insurance Benefits

403(b) Retirement Benefits with a gen.

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Connecticut Renaissance is seeking dedicated staff to supervise clients daily, conduct facility tours, manage meals, and ensure program adherence. You will coordinate admissions, perform safety checks, and maintain regulatory compliance in a dynamic residential setting.

The role requires experience in criminal justice or related fields, plus familiarity with mental health or substance use services. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or related experience in a criminal justice setting.
• Experience in mental health and/or substance use disorder services.

Responsibilities

• Daily supervision of clients to include head counts; facility tours; supervision of meals and ensuring client participation.
• Daily facility reviews to include facility/grounds maintenance reviews; adherence of building cleanliness policies; perform fire and disaster drills and facility/grounds safety reviews.
• Coordination of all new admissions to include urine collection and distribution of bed linen and toiletries as well as introduction to program rules and expectations.
• Answering phone calls and disseminating appropriate information to all parties
• Assist in providing weekly programing through group sessions.
• Understanding of all contractual agreements including the DOC Residential Providers Manual, CSSD and DMHAS agreements as required by program.
• Supervision and timeliness of submission of incident reports.
• Aid in transportation of clients to community appointments.
• Participate in house and staff meetings.
• Monitoring submission of urine drug screens by same sex clients
• Administering of all client breathalyzers.
• Complete all mandatory internal and external trainings within required time limits
• Adhere to state and federal regulations and standards of accreditation, facility licensure and funding sources.
• Contribute to meeting or exceeding agency outcomes and performance measures.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Problem solving

Time management

EHR systems

MS Office

Attention to detail

Collaboration

Education

Associate degree in criminal justice

Tools

EHR systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Daily supervision of clients to include head counts; facility tours; supervision of meals and ensuring client participation.
• Daily facility reviews to include facility/grounds maintenance reviews; adherence of building cleanliness policies; perform fire and disaster drills and facility/grounds safety reviews.
• Coordination of all new admissions to include urine collection and distribution of bed linen and toiletries as well as introduction to program rules and expectations.
• Answering phone calls and disseminating appropriate information to all parties
• Assist in providing weekly programing through group sessions.
• Understanding of all contractual agreements including the DOC Residential Providers Manual, CSSD and DMHAS agreements as required by program.
• Supervision and timeliness of submission of incident reports.
• Aid in transportation of clients to community appointments.
• Participate in house and staff meetings.
• Monitoring submission of urine drug screens by same sex clients
• Administering of all client breathalyzers.
• Complete all mandatory internal and external trainings within required time limits
• Adhere to state and federal regulations and standards of accreditation, facility licensure and funding sources.
• Contribute to meeting or exceeding agency outcomes and performance measures.

Education and Experience

• Associate degree or related experience in a criminal justice setting.
• Experience in mental health and/or substance use disorder services.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to work respectfully and effectively with clients from diverse backgrounds, including individuals with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders.
• Strong verbal and written communication, sound judgment, and effective problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, work independently within established procedures, and seek supervisory guidance when needed.
• Knowledge of electronic health record systems and general office software, including Microsoft Office; ability to learn new systems.
• Dependability, attention to detail, ethical conduct, and the ability to collaborate with clients, coworkers, supervisors, and other stakeholders.

Additional Requirements and Physical Demands

A valid driver's license is required. Employees must complete required training and successfully complete the introductory employment period. The role involves moving throughout the residential facility, including using stairs; carrying items weighing up to 20 pounds; and using computers and office equipment. Essential functions may be performed with or without reasonable accommodation. Connecticut Renaissance provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees as required by applicable law.

Pay Range: $23.00-$25.00 per hour. Compensation is based on our established pay scale. Starting pay within this range is determined by the position, with consideration given to applicable licensure, certifications, and relevant experience.

Featured Benefits

Benefits are available to eligible employees, subject to employment status, plan terms, and applicable eligibility requirements.

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Insurance Benefits
• 403(b) Retirement Benefits with a generous match
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

EEO Statement

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Connecticut Renaissance does not discriminate against applicants or employees because of race, color, religious creed, religion, sex, pregnancy or related conditions, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, age, physical, mental, intellectual or learning disability, marital or domestic/civil partnership or civil union status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault or trafficking in persons, erased criminal history, or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Retaliation for exercising legally protected rights are prohibited.