Residential Aide - Sierra Mental Health (New Haven)
About The Position
The Residential Aide provides direct care to adult male residents in a congregate-care setting serving people with a primary mental health diagnosis who are awaiting trial. Residents typically stay for 3–6 months and receive supervision, psycho-educational services, and skill-building support to help them re-enter the community after incarceration. The program aims to reduce recidivism through positive behavioral change and pro-social community connections. The role supports residents with activities of daily living and promotes their safety, health, and wellness. The Residential Aide also assists program staff, builds and maintains respectful relationships with residents, and helps maintain a safe, harm-free environment. As part of the Adult Services Residential Behavioral Health Treatment care team, the aide supports clients’ recovery from mental illness, substance use, and homelessness. This is a part-time position scheduled for 16 hours per week, Saturday and Sunday, 7:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. Newly hired employees must attend a mandatory two-day orientation at the Roscommon office in Middletown.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least 2 years of relevant experience as a Residential Aide or equivalent.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Regular and predictable attendance is required.
- Attend a mandatory two-day new-hire orientation at the Roscommon office in Middletown if selected for employment.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct client care, including support with activities of daily living.
- Provide support for residents’ safety, health, and wellness.
- Assist program staff.
- Establish, develop, and maintain respectful relationships with people served.
- Help maintain a safe, harm-free environment for residents.
- Work with the Residential Behavioral Health Treatment care team to support clients’ recovery from mental illness, substance use, and homelessness.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits, along with additional voluntary coverages, are offered with full-time employment.
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching contribution.
- Company-paid short- and long-term disability and life insurance with full-time employment.
- Paid time off (vacation, personal, and sick) with full-time employment.
- 12 paid holidays.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
