Residential Counselor: Transitional Support Program- Second Shift

Job Title:

Residential Counselor (Full‑time, 40 hours/wk)

Location:

Transitional Support Program, East Windsor, CT

Transitional Support Program (TSP) is a Supported Apartment Program for Young Adults ages 18-25 staffed 24/7 by a multidisciplinary team including Employment Specialists, Therapists, Residential Counselors, Administrative Assistants, Residential Supervisors, and Program Directors. TSP provides both group and individual modalities focused on daily living, social, recreational, time management, interpersonal, conflict resolution, coping, and symptom management skills to help young adults transition to independent living.

• Team‑oriented environment requiring strong collaboration to meet client needs.
• Clients reside in shared apartments with close proximity to the staff office.
• Build lasting relationships with young adults.
• Opportunity for professional growth in the behavioral health field.
• Company vehicles available on site to transport clients.

• Maintain the physical environment and program standards in compliance with CHR, DMHAS, JCAHO, and other licensing requirements.
• Monitor medications of all residents in accordance with the adult residential medication policy and procedure.
• Use appropriate communication methods/tools to transfer information to other staff regarding daily events.
• Teach and assist residents in nutrition, meal preparation, hygiene, laundry, banking, budgeting, and basic home‑care skills.
• Assist and manage administrative functions and tasks at the direction of the supervisor.
• Prepare and facilitate educational and skill‑building groups and individual interventions as directed by the treatment plan.
• Collaborate and coordinate care with providers and families as needed.
• Assist residents in addressing medical and psychiatric needs.
• Maintain documentation in compliance with agency and program standards.
• Participate in staff meetings, supervision, trainings, and other meetings as assigned.
• Perform additional duties as required.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two years of experience working with a relevant population preferred.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record required.

• Award‑winning workplace (Top Workplace for 12 consecutive years).
• Generous paid time off, including a special birthday day off.
• 403(b) retirement plan contributions.
• Competitive insurance premiums with discounts on pet, auto, and home insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment assistance, and exclusive tuition discounts at local colleges and universities.
• Robust training curriculum including a new Clinical Training Series.
• Clinical supervision and/or mentoring available at many programs.
• Internal career fairs and leadership luncheons with agency leadership.
• Annual wellness stipend and a free premium subscription to the Calm app for employees and families.
• Confidential counseling sessions through the EAP (up to 6 per year).
• Employee involvement in leadership luncheons and agency committees.
• Weekly CEO video updates and monthly newsletters.

Compensation:
Starting at $19.00/hr minimum, commensurate with experience and internal equity policy.

CHR is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage all to apply.