Recovery Assistant - Mental Health Waiver (Per Diem, PT opprotunities)

Disclaimer:

This is a condensed version of the original text and does not represent the full, official job description.

Job Overview:

Recovery Assistant Under the direct supervision of the Director of Community-Based Services , the Recovery Assistant provides a flexible range of face-to-face supportive assistance in accordance with a Recovery Plan. The goal is to enable clients with chronic mental illness to maintain a home/apartment, encourage the use of existing natural supports, and foster involvement in social and community activities. Major Responsibilities1. Hands-Off Personal & Household Assistance Performs tasks if the participant is unable (due to physical or psychiatric disability), or assists/cues them to perform:

Household Management:

Meal planning/preparation, shopping, housekeeping (changing linens, washing dishes, vacuuming/dusting, laundry, mending clothing), and basic household tasks (regulating home temperature, storing food, resolving bill-paying issues).

Grooming:

Cueing for dressing, personal grooming, and hygiene ( strictly no hands-on assistance ).

Safety:

Appropriate use of emergency medical services. 2. Engagement & Healthy Habits Assists or cues the participant to actively engage in: Family, social, recreational, and faith-based or natural community supports (e.g., social clubs). Routine medical/dental services and adherence to scheduled appointments (clinical, vocational, educational, and judicial/court). Prescribed medication use and self-administration. Healthy behaviors (diet, exercise, and stress alleviation). 3.

Risk Mitigation & Companionship Risk Reduction:

Assists or cues clients to avoid substance abuse, overspending, unnecessary conflicts, and risky behaviors (e.g., unprotected sex, smoking, unsafe driving/no seatbelts, unsafe relationships, criminal activities).

Companionship:

Establishes helpful relationships by escorting clients to appointments, reading to/for them, and discussing hobbies, sports, or recreational activities.

Disability Reduction:

Focuses on restoring functioning, full community re-integration, and independent participation. 4. Administrative & Professional Duties Participates in waiver Recovery Plan development and quarterly update meetings if requested by the DMHAS Support Coordinator . Maintains excellent communication with involved community providers. Completes and submits all required documentation in a timely manner. Completes 6 hours of continuing education training annually to maintain the Recovery Assistant Certification.

Qualifications & Hiring Requirements Basic Criteria:

Must be at least 18 years old with a minimum of a high school diploma or GED.

Transportation:

Valid Connecticut driver's license and use of a safe, road-worthy vehicle to assist clients with transportation.

Tech Skills:

Proficient in Microsoft 365, web-based platforms, and Adobe PDF.

Preferences:

Experience working in-home and with clients with chronic mental illness is preferred. Background Checks & Compliance Hiring is contingent upon successfully completing the DMHAS Recovery Assistant training and providing proof of a physical exam and negative PPD results . Candidates must pass the following checks: National fingerprint background check State police background check CT DCF protective service background check Motor vehicle check

Note:

Background checks must also be conducted and passed for any other states resided in within the last 5 years. Ability to

Commute:

Groton, CT 06340 (Required)

Work Location:

On the road