Residential Specialist II (Tuesday - Saturday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm)

Mental Health Connecticut Inc • Danbury, CT

23h • Onsite

About The Position

Mental Health Connecticut (MHC) is seeking a full-time Residential Specialist II to work in the Danbury area. This role involves providing direct services and documentation to adult individuals in recovery from chronic mental health and co-occurring conditions. The goal is to improve their quality of life and functional abilities within the community, as outlined in their Individual Recovery Plans. The position operates Tuesday through Saturday, from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.

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, vehicle registration, and vehicle insurance.

Responsibilities

• Engage with persons in recovery to assure they participate in programs and activities.
• Ensure the safety of individuals in their residence through proper supervision of assigned program site including being aware of necessary treatment issues.
• Act as a liaison with the individuals' therapists, referral sources, and community agencies.
• Implement, design, deliver and document Individualized Recovery Plans (IRP's) to adult individuals in recovery experiencing chronic mental health and co-occurring conditions including but not limited to teaching Activities of Daily Living (ADL) skills and basic life skills needed to maintain a safe home environment by working directly with persons in recovery in their residences.
• Identify and refer individuals to appropriate community supports and resources advocating for and supporting individual centered preferences.
• Develop and maintain confidential charts through accurate and timely documentation of daily progress, behaviors, unusual incidents or emergency events.
• Communicate immediate concerns with supervisory staff.
• 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.
• Assist in obtaining and maintaining entitlements for individuals in recovery.
• Collaborate and maintain cordial relations with DMHAS and other community agencies.

Benefits

• Medical and Dental (Cost share of premiums split 90/10 for individual and 80/20 for family)
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED