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Residential Aide: Milestone- 7267
Job Description
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JOB TITLE
Residential Aide
EMPLOYMENT TYPE
Full-time, 40 hours/wk
SCHEDULED HOURS
Tuesday-Saturday 12am-8:30am
PROGRAM/LOCATION
Milestone, Putnam, CT PC#: 2611 ABOUT
THE PROGRAM
: Milestone Milestone is a 30-day intensive level 3.7 residential treatment center designed to accommodate and treat women with a history of substance abuse, trauma, and mental health issues. Our program is recovery-oriented, gender-responsive, and trauma-informed. The overall goal of treatment is to help women find real hope for recovery. Milestone offers individual and group counseling, case management, and aftercare planning services. This program also provides treatment for co-occurring disorders, with substance abuse as their primary diagnosis. Treatment is individualized and targeted around the needs essential to moving forward toward employment, housing, and family stability. Milestone is part of CHR's Center of Excellence for Women/Women and Children at our Putnam campus. Length of day is less than 30 days and are then referred out to a step-down program to further address their co-occurring disorders.
ABOUT THE POSITION
Residential Aide Duties & Responsibilities Maintains physical environment and program standards to CHR, DMHAS, JCAHO and any other licensing standard Monitors medications of all residents in accordance with the Adult residential medication policy and procedure. Effectively utilizes appropriate communication methods/tools to transfer information to other staff regarding the day's events Teaches and assists all residents in areas of rehab including: nutrition and healthy living, meal preparation, hygiene, laundry, banking and budgeting, and basic home care skills. Assists/Manages administrative functions and tasks at the direction of the supervisor Prepares and facilitates educational and skill building groups and one to one interventions as directed by the treatment plan. Collaborates and coordinate care with providers and families as needed. Assists residents in addressing medical and psychiatric needs. Maintains documentation in compliance with agency and program standards. Participates in staff meetings, supervision, trainings and other meetings as assigned. Additional duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Experience:
Experience in Human Services with responsible work history.
Licensure/Certification/Registration:
Valid driver's license required with good driving record. CPR & First Aid Certification required OR must obtain within 90 days of employment. Why Join CHR? Be part of an exciting, supportive, and dynamic workplace where your growth and well-being are our top priorities! Comprehensive benefits packages include health insurance, ample paid time off (including your birthday!), employer contributions to your 403b Retirement Plan, and competitive insurance premiums with added discounts on pet, home and auto! Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs , including exclusive tuition discounts for CHR employees at several local colleges/universities Career development opportunities! FREE robust training curriculum, featuring our Clinical Training Series for interactive learning, practical skill enhancement, and professional growth! Clinical supervision and/or mentoring offered at several programs Wellness program: Annual wellness stipend, FREE premium subscription to the Calm app, 6 FREE confidential counseling sessions through our Employee Assistance Program Employee appreciation and involvement, including contests, lunch & learns (meet with our CEO!), employee appreciation events, employee-led resource groups open to all, and more! And so much more! (Many benefits are available to all staff, regardless of the hours worked, with some subject to eligibility)
COMPENSATION
•: $19.285/hour min-$27.9863/hour max
•Actual rates within this range are determined at the time of offer and are based on relevant experience, as well as adherence to our internal equity policy. (Please note, for part-time positions this range would be pro-rated based on hours worked) CHR is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage all to apply. Take the first step to a meaningful career and apply to CHR today! High School or better. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Financial Aid/Assistance
- Professional Development
- Other Retirement and Savings
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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