Residential Aide - Women's Rise (New Haven)
About The Position
The Residential Aide works in The Connection’s Women’s Rise residential work release program, which provides case management, job readiness, and substance and mental health education to adult women under Department of Correction supervision. Using a strengths-based and client-centered approach, the aide provides structure and supervision to justice-involved women as they re-enter the community after incarceration. The position works with Community Justice program staff to help rehabilitate, educate, and guide clients from incarceration back into the community. The role calls for a structured yet compassionate approach and professional, respectful boundaries. The program is located at 48 Howe Street in New Haven, Connecticut. The schedule is full time, 40 hours per week, on third shift, Wednesday through Sunday, 11 p.m. to 7 a.m. Newly hired employees must attend a mandatory two-day orientation at The Connection’s 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 degree.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Regular and predictable attendance.
- Ability to provide both structured and compassionate support while maintaining professional and respectful boundaries.
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 women re-entering the community after incarceration.
- Work with Community Justice program staff to support clients’ rehabilitation, education, and successful transition into the community.
- Use a strengths-based and client-centered approach when supporting program participants.
- Maintain professional and respectful boundaries while providing compassionate support.
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 time, 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
