Residential Counselor - PT 16 Hours -Sunday and Monday 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM -David 's Path
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Compensation
Hourly
Exact $20.63
Work Schedule
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Competitive wages
401(k) with Company Match
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
FSA and dependent care accounts
Employee assistance program
Life insurance
accidental death and dismemberment insurance
long-term disability insurance
Colonial supplemental insurance
Vacation Time
Paid Time Off
Sick Time
Connecticut paid sick time
paid company holidays
Job Description
The hiring establishment is a healthcare services provider specializing in assisting individuals with daily personal routines and supporting those with severe and persistent mental illness, intellectual disabilities, and addiction. Operating primarily within Connecticut, this organization is dedicated to improving the quality of life for its clients by providing compassionate and professional care. The company values its employees and offers competitive wages along with comprehensive benefits to support their well-being. It is a community-oriented service provider that collaborates with licensed nursing personnel, management, and coworkers to ensure clients receive the highest quality of care and support.
The role being offered is crucial in promoting independent living skills and providing hands-on assistance to clients. This position involves engaging with clients through various teaching modalities, offering support for activities of daily living such as personal hygiene, housekeeping, food management, budgeting, and safety. The role also encompasses facilitating psychoeducational groups, organizing social recreation activities, and providing transportation for client appointments. Staff members play an instrumental role in monitoring medical concerns, administering tests like breathalyzer and urinalysis samples, documenting logs, and responding to crisis situations following nonviolent intervention policies. This ensures a safe and secure environment for clients, who benefit from a structured and supportive living setting.
In addition to client care, employees maintain clean and organized living spaces, conduct room inspections, perform safety checks, and participate in fire and emergency evacuation drills. The role requires being alert and awake during shifts to maintain facility security and safety. Employees are also responsible for adhering to quality assurance standards, including compliance with HIPAA regulations, maintaining accurate electronic records, modeling culturally competent behavior, and participating in ongoing training and professional development. The organization supports a respectful, cooperative workplace culture and provides opportunities for staff to engage in agency committee work and external workshops or conferences, promoting continuous professional growth.
This position typically offers weekend shift differentials, highlighting the organization's commitment to fair compensation for availability and dedication. The employment type covers full-time and part-time roles with benefits including medical, dental, vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, life insurance, paid time off, and more. Employees can expect a supportive environment where they can make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals requiring assistance while building their careers within a respected healthcare provider. The company looks for dependable individuals with a valid Connecticut driver's license, computer proficiency, and a passion for empowering clients through compassionate care and support services.
The role being offered is crucial in promoting independent living skills and providing hands-on assistance to clients. This position involves engaging with clients through various teaching modalities, offering support for activities of daily living such as personal hygiene, housekeeping, food management, budgeting, and safety. The role also encompasses facilitating psychoeducational groups, organizing social recreation activities, and providing transportation for client appointments. Staff members play an instrumental role in monitoring medical concerns, administering tests like breathalyzer and urinalysis samples, documenting logs, and responding to crisis situations following nonviolent intervention policies. This ensures a safe and secure environment for clients, who benefit from a structured and supportive living setting.
In addition to client care, employees maintain clean and organized living spaces, conduct room inspections, perform safety checks, and participate in fire and emergency evacuation drills. The role requires being alert and awake during shifts to maintain facility security and safety. Employees are also responsible for adhering to quality assurance standards, including compliance with HIPAA regulations, maintaining accurate electronic records, modeling culturally competent behavior, and participating in ongoing training and professional development. The organization supports a respectful, cooperative workplace culture and provides opportunities for staff to engage in agency committee work and external workshops or conferences, promoting continuous professional growth.
This position typically offers weekend shift differentials, highlighting the organization's commitment to fair compensation for availability and dedication. The employment type covers full-time and part-time roles with benefits including medical, dental, vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, life insurance, paid time off, and more. Employees can expect a supportive environment where they can make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals requiring assistance while building their careers within a respected healthcare provider. The company looks for dependable individuals with a valid Connecticut driver's license, computer proficiency, and a passion for empowering clients through compassionate care and support services.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum one year experience in related healthcare field or licensed CNA or related healthcare certification
- Prior experience working with severe and persistent mental illness, intellectual disabilities, and/or addiction
- Valid Connecticut driver’s license with clean driving record
- Reliable transportation and willingness to transport clients in personal vehicles
- Ability to maintain certification in CPR/First Aid
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office and electronic record keeping
Job Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent with a minimum of one year experience in related healthcare field
- Licensed CNA or other related healthcare certification accepted in lieu of experience
- Prior experience working with people with severe and persistent mental illness, intellectual disabilities, and/or addiction
- Knowledge of the community support system and resources preferred
- Valid Connecticut driver’s license with clean driving record
- CPR/First Aid certification offered as part of orientation
- Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office and electronic record keeping
Job Duties
- Establishes rapport and positive working relationships with clients while maintaining professional ethics and boundaries
- Enhances a client’s independent living skills by engaging, assessing, and providing various modalities of teaching and assistance
- Provides hands-on support and guidance for activities of daily living such as personal care/hygiene, housekeeping, laundry, food management/nutrition, budgeting, health and safety, leisure, and other activities which promote healthy living
- Facilitates/co-facilitates psychoeducational groups as indicated
- Engages with clients in community integration and social recreation activities
- Provides transportation to and from appointments as identified
- Conducts regular apartment/room inspections and assists clients in maintaining the cleanliness of their living spaces
- Conducts ongoing rounds checks ensuring safety of each individual and the program
- Administers breathalyzer tests and urinalysis samples, as applicable
- Documents shift logs in electronic record according to contract and agency policy
- Develops and maintains working relationships with providers, families, and natural supports
- Responds to crisis situations and provides appropriate interventions as outlined in the agency policy for nonviolent practices
- Supervises, monitors, and documents the self-administration of client medications
- Attends and participates in monthly staff meetings, clinical rounds, AllTreater meetings and supervision
- Maintains a clean, well-organized work environment
- Ensures all program egresses and walkways are clear to support workplace safety
- Notifies supervisor of maintenance and/or safety issues and generates work orders as needed
- Conducts and participates in fire and emergency evacuation drills, and reviews the emergency preparedness plan
- Participates in Food Bank activities as assigned
- Remains awake during all shifts to maintain security and safety
- Adheres to policies and practices as outlined in the staff handbook and program operations manual
- Consistently works in a respectful, constructive, and cooperative manner
- Upholds all Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulations and secures all necessary releases of information for outside communication
- Models culturally competent behavior interacting with clients, providers, family, and fellow staff
- Maintains accurate electronic records and case files as assigned in accordance with programming, contractual, licensing, and accreditation requirements
- Adheres to the standards of the Council on the Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF)
- Participates in agency committee work when available or as permitted
- Completes all trainings as required per program contract and agency policy
- Attends agency sponsored in-services, outside trainings, conferences, and meetings to facilitate continued professional growth and ensure the quality of case management practices
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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