Residential Specialist II (Long Term Care Program, Friday - Monday, 4:00 pm - 12:00 am)

Mental Health Connecticut Inc•Torrington, CT

6d•$21

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. We measure success by our ability to help individuals obtain a safe home, achieve whole health, realize a meaningful purpose, and develop connections in the community. MHC envisions a future where wellbeing is rooted in respect for the condition of being human. Our dedication to this mission is evident through our focus on community education, advocacy, and direct service. MHC has an immediate full-time opening (Friday - Monday: 4:00 pm – 12:00 am) for a Residential Specialist II within the Torrington area. This position is in our program that serves a capacity of four women with a history of trauma and multiple long-term psychiatric hospitalizations. The Sanctuary Model is utilized when providing services in this program. This position will be responsible to document and deliver services, including Medicaid reimbursable services, if applicable, to persons in recovery in the activities outlined in their Individual Recovery Plans. Pay Rate: $21.00 per hour. MHC is currently paying a shift differential of $0.50 per hour worked between 4:00 pm - 12:00 am in addition to the hourly pay rate.

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 CT driver’s license

Nice To Haves

Experience with Individuals who have trauma and long-term psychiatric hospitalization histories preferred.
Knowledge/experience with the Sanctuary Model preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Engage with persons in recovery to assure they participate in programs and activities.
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.
Monitor the safety of individuals in recovery in their residences through proper supervision of the sites ensuring the maintenance of safe and healthy facilities. May include conducting rounds/check-ins with housed individuals.
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.
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 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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