Residential Aide (Per Diem) Sierra DOC Mental Health

New Haven, CT - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 20 - 20

Posted on: 14 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

Position: Residential Aide

Program: Sierra DOC Mental Health

Location: New Haven

Salary: $20/hour

Schedule: Per Diem: Days hours and shifts will vary

Program Summary:

During their 3-6 month length of stay in this congregate care type setting pre-trial adult males with a primary mental health diagnosis are provided with supervisionpsycho-educational and skill-building services to support them in re-entering the community after a period of incarceration. The goal is to reduce recidivism through establishing positive behavioral change and pro-social community connectivity.

Position Summary:

The Residential Aide is responsible for direct client care. This includes activities of daily living and providing support for safety health and wellness. This position also assists program staff and the ideal candidate will establish develop and maintain respectful relationships with the people served. The Residential Aide will participate in maintaining a safe harm-free environment for all residents.

Working within Adult Services the Residential Aide works on the Residential Behavioral Health Treatment care team to support clients recovery from mental illness substance use and homelessness.

Requirements:

High School Diploma / GED
2 years relevant experience as a Residential Aide or equivalent
Valid Connecticut Drivers License
Regular and predictable attendance is required

Orientation:

If selected for employment with The Connection newly hired employees will be required to attend a two (2) day mandatory New Hire Orientation at our Roscommon office located in Middletown.

Benefits:

Medical dental vision benefits are offered along with other additional voluntary coverages with full time employment
403(b) retirement plan with employer matching contribution
Company paid short and long term disability and life insurance with full time employment
Paid time off (vacation personal and sick) with full time employment
12 paid holidays

The Connection is a statewide human services and community development agency that provides unique solutions to the problems of homelessness mental illness substance use improving child welfare and community justice rehabilitation. For additional information visit.

DescriptionPosition: Residential AideProgram: Sierra DOC Mental HealthLocation: New HavenSalary: $20/hourSchedule: Per Diem: Days hours and shifts will varyProgram Summary:During their 3-6 month length of stay in this congregate care type setting pre-trial adult males with a primary mental health di...