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Star, Inc.

Residential Instructor

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: $18.50/hr

Posted: 5 days ago

Location: Norwalk, CT (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 day ago

Hours: Part-Time

Expires: 10/15/2026

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What they do

A Residential Assistant or Advisor works in a residential mental health, long-term care, or substance abuse treatment facility and provides support for patients, including resolving conflicts, helping them adjust to their environment, and alleviating concerns. Performs inspections and assists with move-ins and facility programming.

$42,801 / year median in Connecticut

+4% projected growth

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Job Description

Residential Instructor $18.50/hour. We are looking for dedicated and caring people to work with adult aged individuals with developmental/intellectual disabilities. If you are passionate about helping others and making a positive impact in the world, we encourage you to apply today! About our

Company :

STAR, Inc., is a non-profit located in Norwalk, CT that provides support services to adult aged individuals with developmental/intellectual disabilities and their families for over 70 years. This takes many different forms but all with the same goal of improving the lives of those we serve. We help the individuals we support become the fullest versions of themselves through the values of inclusion, independence, and freedom of choice. A Day in the Life of a

Residential Instructor:

As a residential instructor you would start every shift ready to help those we serve live their life as independently as possible. You would assist with activities of daily living such as administering medication, cooking meals, performing personal hygiene, transportation to medical appointments, day program and activities. You also assist in the implementation of individual behavioral plans. Using effective teaching and mentoring techniques, you teach them new skills and help them achieve goals. Based on each individual's preferences and behavioral plans, you encourage their interests and drive them to community outings and recreational activities. You are happy to help them find greater access to the community. You are conscientious about reporting any concerns about their health and safety and keeping documentation accurate and up-to-date. While you accomplish all of this you will know that you have profoundly impacted the lives of people you serve in ways both large and small. Every shift you work you have a chance to make a difference! Qualifications for the

Job:

High School Diploma or its equivalent A valid driver's license Compassion and ability to see the potential in everyone Positivity and a team-player attitude

Schedule :

We operate 24-hour residential group homes which means our Residential Instructors have many shift options including mornings, afternoons, evenings, overnights, and weekends. Full and Part Time is available. How to

Apply:

If you would like to be part of a caring and driven team.

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Quick 5-minute application process. STAR, Inc., is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.