Residential Aide: Oak Street- Third shift- 7212

CHR Career•Willimantic, CT

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Oak Street is a 10-bed co-ed transitional living program for adults with Substance Use Disorders in Willimantic. Clients must attend outpatient treatment while in the program and have a discharge plan as it is a transitional living facility.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.
Experience in Human Services with responsible work history.
Valid driver’s license required with good driving record.
CPR & First Aid Certification required OR must obtain within 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

Maintains physical environment and program standards to CHR, DMHAS, JCAHO and any other licensing standard.
Monitors medications of all residents in accordance with the Adult residential medication policy and procedure.
Effectively utilizes appropriate communication methods/tools to transfer information to other staff regarding the day’s events.
Teaches and assists all residents in areas of rehab including: nutrition and healthy living, meal preparation, hygiene, laundry, banking and budgeting, and basic home care skills.
Assists/Manages administrative functions and tasks at the direction of the supervisor.
Prepares and facilitates educational and skill building groups and one to one interventions as directed by the treatment plan.
Collaborates and coordinate care with providers and families as needed.
Assists residents in addressing medical and psychiatric needs.
Maintains documentation in compliance with agency and program standards.
Participates in staff meetings, supervision, trainings and other meetings as assigned.
Additional duties as required.

Benefits

health insurance
ample paid time off (including your birthday!)
employer contributions to your 403b Retirement Plan
competitive insurance premiums with added discounts on pet, home and auto
Tuition reimbursement
professional development programs
exclusive tuition discounts for CHR employees at several local colleges/universities
Career development opportunities
FREE robust training curriculum, featuring our Clinical Training Series for interactive learning, practical skill enhancement, and professional growth!
Clinical supervision and/or mentoring offered at several programs
Wellness program: Annual wellness stipend, FREE premium subscription to the Calm app, 6 FREE confidential counseling sessions through our Employee Assistance Program
Employee appreciation and involvement, including contests, lunch & learns (meet with our CEO!), employee appreciation events, employee-led resource groups open to all, and more!