Residential Aide - Sierra Center Work Release (New Haven)

The Connection•New Haven, CT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This Residential Aide will utilize a strengths-based & client-centered approach, providing structure and supervision to justice involved Men/Women as they re-enter the community after a period of incarceration. The ideal candidate will have experience working with individuals in recovery and/or those who are justice involved or have a client/customer support background and be highly motivated to help others make positive change. An ability to be both structured and compassionate while maintaining professional and respectful boundaries is required. Working within Adult Services, the Residential Aide works with Community Justice program staff to help to rehabilitate, educate, and successfully guide clients from incarceration back into the community.

Requirements

High School Diploma / GED
2+ years relevant experience as a Residential Aide or equivalent
Valid Driver’s License
Regular and predictable attendance is required
If selected for employment with The Connection, newly hired employees will be required to attend a two (2) day mandatory New Hire Orientation at our Roscommon office located in Middletown.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with individuals in recovery and/or those who are justice involved or have a client/customer support background
An ability to be both structured and compassionate while maintaining professional and respectful boundaries

Responsibilities

Providing structure and supervision to justice involved Men/Women as they re-enter the community after a period of incarceration.
Utilizing a strengths-based & client-centered approach.
Working with Community Justice program staff to help to rehabilitate, educate, and successfully guide clients from incarceration back into the community.