Residential Counselor: Alden House- 2nd shift- 6377

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JOB TITLE: Residential Counselor

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Fulltime 40 hours/week

SCHEDULED HOURS: MondayFriday 3pm11pm

PROGRAM/LOCATION: Alden House Enfield CT

PC#: 1525

ABOUT THE PROGRAM: ALDEN HOUSE

Alden House is a (5) bed 24/7 Residential program for Young Adults ages 1825 who have significant functional deficits as a result of mental illness and/or significant trauma. The goal of Alden House is to teach clients the skills they need to successfully transition to a lower level of care in the community. These skills include daily living skills social and recreational skills time management skills interpersonal skills conflict resolution skills coping skills and symptom management skills. The Residential Counselor has the primary responsibility for engaging with the clients and teaching skills. The Program Director and Residential Supervisor provide hands on support and guidance to the team and are available 24/7. In order to appeal to Young Adults the staff provide these services in creative and fun ways!

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:

• Opportunity to meet clients at some of their most challenging life stages and watch them become their best.
• With only 5 young adults in the residence this allows staff to develop strong relationships and have a larger impact.
• This position/program can provide a foundation in the mental health field for professional growth and development.
• Supportive team environment and collaborative approach.
• Company vehicles available onsite to transport clients.
• Become part of the staff that understands!

If you enjoy the energy of Young Adults and intervening at this crucial time in someones life in order to make a positive difference in their future Alden House may be the program for you!

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintains physical environment and program standards to CHR DMHAS JCAHO and any other licensing standard
• Monitors medications of all residents in accordance with the Adult residential medication policy and procedure.
• Effectively utilizes appropriate communication methods/tools to transfer information to other staff regarding the days events
• Teaches and assists all residents in areas of rehab including: nutrition and healthy living meal preparation hygiene laundry banking and budgeting and basic home care skills.
• 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 coordinate 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.
• Additional duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: High diploma or GED required.

Experience: Two years experience working with a relevant population preferred.

Licensure/Certification/Registration: Valid drivers license required with good driving record.

Why Join CHR

AwardWinning Workplace:

• Proudly recognized as a Top Workplace for 11 consecutive years!

Generous Time Off:

• Enjoy ample paid time off including a special day off for your birthday!

Retirement Savings:

• Benefit from contributions to your 403b Retirement Plan.

Comprehensive Insurance:

• Competitive premiums with added discounts on pet auto and home insurance!

Education & Tuition Support:

• Tuition reimbursement and 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.

Career Development:

• FREE robust training curriculum featuring our brandnew Clinical Training Series for interactive learning practical skill enhancement and professional growth!
• Clinical supervision and/or mentoring available at many programs.
• Internal career fairs: connect with recruiters to discuss your career aspirations and the various opportunities available within our over 80 programs statewide.

Wellness Program:

• Annual wellness stipend.
• FREE 24/7 confidential counseling sessions and a FREE premium subscription to the Calm app for employees and their families.
• Fun activities like virtual bringyourpettowork lunches weekly yoga coloring contests employee appreciation events and more!

Employee Involvement:

• Participate in leadership luncheons with our CEO and various agency committees!

Stay Informed:

• Weekly video updates from our CEO and monthly newsletters to keep you in the loop.

And So Much More:

• Many benefits are available to all staff regardless of the hours worked with some subject to eligibility.

Join us at CHR and be part of an exciting supportive and dynamic workplace where your growth and wellbeing are our top priorities!

COMPENSATION*:

Starting at $17.00/hr min. and up commensurate upon experience.

*Actual rates are determined at the time of offer and are based off of relevant experience as well as adherence to our internal equity policy. Many of our positions offer program/location differentials and/or signon incentives. (Please note for parttime positions this range would be prorated based on hours worked)

CHR is an equal opportunity employer and we encourage all to apply.

Take the first step to a meaningful career and apply to CHR today!