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Residential Assistant - ContinuousResidential Support (Canterbury) - $18.00/Hr

Job description

Do you want to work for a Top Workplace?Reliance Health has been named amongst the Top 3 midsize Workplaces inConnecticut, by the Hartford Courant since 2011.

Reliance Health, Inc. is a private 501(c)(3) nonprofitwith the mission to enhance health through mental wellness. We provide toolsand resources for over 950 individuals to move forward in their lives. Thededication and passion of our 250 plus employee allows each one of our over 30programs to focus on positive relationships and mental wellness as we believehealthy living starts with your mind. Since 1976, our programs have assistedadults find and preserve stable housing, advance educational goals, gainexperience, develop social networks, maintain employment, and advanceday-to-day life skills within Eastern Connecticut. For every individual weserve, there is a positive impact on many. Healthy adults create strongerfamilies. Stronger families empower each other to thrive and become engagedcitizens. Stronger communities are built based on mental wellness.

In addition to our comprehensive benefits package wealso offer flexible schedules, educational growth opportunities, Public ServiceLoan Forgiveness Program, peer recognition programs, a casual dress code,Agency events, retreats, and family first philosophy.

We are seeking dedicated professionals to staff ourquality programs.

Residential Assistant - ContinuousResidential Support (Canterbury) - $18.00/Hr

Closing Date: 12/16/2024

PT 24 Hr/wk

Provides24/7 support to program participants at their level of need in a secure,environment promoting self-esteem, and self-sufficiency, while helping themgrow and achieve their person-reach residential goals. Responsibilitiesinclude: goal planning, medication cueing, and activities promoting skilldevelopment to enhance and maintain healthy living (examples include cooking,menu planning, grocery shopping, menu planning, making and keeping importantappointments, budgeting, and social skill development). Documentation ofservices in the Electronic Medical Records System (EMRS). CNA/HHA/PCA/PCTpreferred.

Worksite:

Lisbon

Hours:

Sat, Sun,Mon, 11:00pm-7:00am

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assists Program Participant in performing daily living skills and personal care needs
• Provides emotional support to Program Participants
• Monitors Program Participants physical and mental health and reports relevant information to the Service Coordinator or Director/Coordinator
• Provides conditions that maximize safety for staff and Program Participants
• Documents interactions and services provided in the programs communication log
• Provides coverage as needed at any of the Agency sites per Agency need
• Requires light housekeeping and disinfecting such as floors, laundry, and cleaning surfaces.
• Engages in continuous concerted efforts to access, obtain, and respond to pertinent Agency information/communications, and disseminate as appropriate
• Other responsibilities of Reliance Health staff, such as participation in Agency events, adhering to Agency Policies and procedures, training requirements, etc.
• Provides working conditions that maximize safety for staff and program participants
• Performs duties while demonstrating Agency Core Competencies and values

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Work experience in the provision of mental health services preferred
• Valid CT Drivers License, vehicle registration and insurance
• Good driving record

We offer an excellent benefit package,competitive wages, and loan repayment program. EOE/M/F/D/V Bi-lingualpreferred. AA. We are committed to fostering diversity in the workplace.

Job Type: Part-time

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