Residential Specialist II (Tuesday - Saturday 4:00 pm - 12:00 am)
About The Position
Mental Health Connecticut (MHC) is a statewide not for profit provider agency that partners with individuals, their families, and the surrounding communities to create environments that support long-term health and wellness. MHC has an immediate full-time opening (Tuesday - Saturday 4:00 pm - 12:00 am) for a Residential Specialist II within the Danbury area. This position will be responsible for documenting and delivering direct services to adult persons in recovery from chronic mental health and other co-occurring conditions to improve their quality of life and maintain the highest possible ability to function in the community. Pay Rate: $19.50 per hour. MHC currently pays a shift differential of an extra 50 cents per hour worked between 4:00 pm - 12:00 am. MHC offers a competitive benefit package which includes: Medical and Dental (Cost share of premiums split 90/10 for employee only and 80/20 for employee + dependents) Voluntary Vision Company paid Life and Long Term Disability insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 403(b) Retirement Plan (company match is dollar for every dollar contributed, up to 6%) Generous paid time off policy including 11 agency observed holidays, sick time, vacation time, and wellness days
Requirements
- GED or High School Diploma required.
- 2 years of related experience and/or degree in related field, license, certification i.e. Recovery Assistant certificate.
- Valid driver’s license.
Responsibilities
- Document all activities, communications, and encounters with individuals in recovery according to service contract and MHC requirements.
- Ensure the safety of individuals in their residence through proper supervision of assigned program site including being aware of necessary treatment issues.
- Teach and assist Activities of Daily Living (ADL) skills to maintain a clean and orderly environment.
- Act as a liaison with the individuals' therapists, referral sources, and community agencies.
- Develop and design content and objectives for educational and wellness-related group discussions and activities. Encourage participation, coordinate schedule, and gather the materials needed for the discussion or activity. Implement and facilitate ongoing group activities and discussions with program participants.
- Provide community based or program site coverage when necessary. May be mandated to remain on site or to report beyond scheduled hours to provide essential coverage.
Benefits
- Medical and Dental (Cost share of premiums split 90/10 for employee only and 80/20 for employee + dependents)
- Voluntary Vision
- Company paid Life and Long Term Disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 403(b) Retirement Plan (company match is dollar for every dollar contributed, up to 6%)
- Generous paid time off policy including 11 agency observed holidays, sick time, vacation time, and wellness days
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
