Residential Aide - Connection House (Middletown)
About The Position
The Residential Aide works in the Connection House residential work release program, which provides educational and addiction services to adult men with substance use issues who are preparing to leave the criminal justice system. The program focuses on supporting healthy recovery, securing employment, and helping participants become productive citizens. Using a strengths-based, client-centered approach, the Residential Aide provides structure and supervision to justice-involved men as they re-enter the community after incarceration. The role is part of Adult Services and works with Community Justice program staff to help rehabilitate, educate, and guide clients from incarceration back into the community. The ideal candidate is motivated to help others make positive change and can balance structure and compassion while maintaining professional, respectful boundaries. The position is based at Connection House in Middletown and is full-time, 40 hours per week, on a third-shift schedule from 11 p.m. to 7 a.m., Friday through Tuesday. Newly hired employees must attend a mandatory two-day orientation at the Roscommon office in Middletown.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED and at least 2 years of relevant experience as a Residential Aide or equivalent, or an associate's degree.
- Valid driver's license.
- Regular and predictable attendance.
- Ability to maintain professional and respectful boundaries while being both structured and compassionate.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with individuals in recovery, justice-involved individuals, or in client/customer support.
Responsibilities
- Provide structure and supervision to justice-involved men as they re-enter the community after incarceration.
- Use a strengths-based and client-centered approach when supporting clients.
- Work with Community Justice program staff to help rehabilitate, educate, and guide clients returning to the community.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits, plus additional voluntary coverages, for full-time employees.
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching contribution.
- Company-paid short- and long-term disability and life insurance for full-time employees.
- Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave, for full-time employees.
- 12 paid holidays.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
