Residential Aide: Roots to Recovery- Per Diem- 7031

CHR Career•Willimantic, CT

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Roots to Recovery (R2R) is an intermediate, 24/7 residential treatment program for men, offering a structured environment to build recovery skills. It is a 90-day maximum program with 14 beds, serving clients referred from intensive treatment programs, emergency rooms, or detox programs. R2R accepts clients with co-occurring disorders and those on Methadone maintenance. Clients are not permitted to work during their stay but can begin job searching three weeks before program completion.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Valid driver's license with a good driving record required.
CPR & First Aid Certification required OR must obtain within 90 days of employment.

Nice To Haves

Two years' experience working with a relevant population preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintains the physical environment and program standards set by funders, accreditors, and agency policies.
Monitors self-administration of client medications in accordance with agency medication policies and procedures as program may require.
Effectively utilizes appropriate communication methods/tools to collaborate with co-workers and clients.
Teaches and assists all residents in areas of developmentally appropriate activities of daily living.
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 coordinates 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.
Performs additional duties as required.

Benefits

Ample paid time off, including a special day off for your birthday
Contributions to your 403b Retirement Plan
Competitive health insurance premiums with added discounts on pet, auto, and home insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Professional development programs
Student loan repayment assistance (Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Nurse Corps, NHSC/HRSA at select sites)
Exclusive tuition discounts for CHR employees at several local colleges/universities
FREE robust training curriculum, featuring a brand-new Clinical Training Series
Clinical supervision and/or mentoring available at many programs
Internal career fairs
Annual wellness stipend
FREE premium subscription to the Calm app, for employees and their families
Fun activities like coloring contests, lunch & learns, office seasonal decorating contests, employee appreciation events
Up to 6 FREE confidential counseling sessions per issue, per year, for individuals, couples, & families through our EAP program
Participation in leadership luncheons with CEO and various agency committees
Weekly video updates from CEO and monthly newsletters