Residential Counselor: Respite- First Shift

Residential Counselor:
Respite - First Shift - 6688

Job Title: Residential Counselor

Employment Type: Full-time, 40 hours/week

Scheduled

Hours:

Sunday–Thursday 7:00 AM–3:00 PM

Program/

Location:

Respite;
Enfield, CT

PC#: 1328

About the Program: Respite means to take a break. Clients often need a way to take some space from the stressors in their lives and we are here to provide that. Throughout the day you are spending your time engaging with clients, observing safe medication practices, working on daily independent living skills, assessing for risk and crisis situations and providing case management supports as needed.

Clients may utilize Respite as a step down from a hospital or proactively to prevent a hospital stay. The program is staffed 24/7 and you will develop strong relationships with other CHR programs, primary health and pharmacies to best support those in our care.

• Make a meaningful impact by supporting individuals at a critical point in their journey by providing crisis stabilization and life skills coaching.
• Engaging team environment: work collaboratively with a dedicated team to help clients transition toward independent living.
• Diverse clientele: assist clients from various backgrounds, connecting them to essential mental health resources.
• Hands‑on experience: gain valuable skills in crisis intervention, de‑escalation, and behavioral health management.
• Requirements: self‑driven, mental health experience, adaptability, and a valid driver’s license.

• Maintain physical environment and program standards to CHR, DMHAS, JCAHO and any other licensing standard.
• Monitor medications of all residents in accordance with the adult residential medication policy and procedure.
• Effectively utilize appropriate communication methods/tools to transfer information to other staff regarding the day’s events.
• Teach and assist all residents in areas of rehab including nutrition and healthy living, meal preparation, hygiene, laundry, banking and budgeting, and basic home care skills.
• Assist/Manage administrative functions and tasks at the direction of the supervisor.
• Prepare and facilitate educational and skill‑building groups and one‑to‑one 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.
• Additional duties as required.

• Education:
  
  High diploma or GED required.
• Experience:
  
  Two years’ experience working with a relevant population preferred.
• Licensure/Certification/Registration:
  Valid driver’s license required with good driving record.

• Proudly recognized as a Top Workplace for 12 consecutive years.
• Enjoy ample paid time off, including a special day off for your birthday.
• Benefit from contributions to your 403(b) Retirement Plan.
• Competitive premiums with added discounts on pet, auto, and home insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs.
• Student loan repayment assistance.
• Exclusive tuition discounts for CHR employees at several local colleges/universities.
• FREE robust training curriculum and clinical supervision/mentoring available at many programs.
• Annual wellness stipend and free premium subscription to the Calm app.
• Fun activities such as coloring contests, lunch & learns, employee appreciation events.
• Up to 6 FREE confidential counseling sessions.
• Leadership luncheons with the CEO and agency committees.
• Weekly video updates from the CEO and monthly newsletters.
• Many benefits available to all staff, regardless of hours worked, with some subject to eligibility.

Starting at $17.00/hr min., and up commensurate upon experience.

Actual rates are determined at the time of offer and are based off of relevant experience, as well as adherence to our internal equity policy. Many of our positions offer program/location differentials and/or sign‑on incentives. (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!