Residential Counselor: Alden - Per Diem

Job Category: Direct Care

Requisition Number: RESID
006792

Posted:
January 13, 2026

Part‑Time

Enfield, CT 06082, USA

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JOB TITLE: Residential Counselor

PROGRAM/

LOCATION:

Alden House, Enfield, CT

Alden House is a 5‑bed, 24/7 Residential program for Young Adults ages 18‑25 who have significant functional deficits as a result of mental illness and/or significant trauma. The goal of Alden House is to teach clients the skills they need to successfully transition to a lower level of care in the community. These skills include daily living, social and recreational, time‑management, interpersonal, conflict‑resolution, coping, and symptom‑management.

The Residential Counselor has the primary responsibility forólicos engaging with clients and teaching skills. The Program Director and Residentialiorn Supervisor provide hands‑on support, guidance, and are available 24/7. The staff delivers services in creative and fun ways to appeal to young adults.

ABOUT THE POSITION: Residential Counselor

Position Highlights

• Opportunity to meet clients at some of their most challenging life stages and watch them become their best.
• With only 5 young adults in the residence, staff can develop strong relationships and have a larger impact.
• This position provides a foundation in the mental‑health field for professional growth and development.
• Supportive team environment and collaborative approach.
• Company vehicles available on‑site to transport clients.
• Become part of the staff that understands!

If you enjoy the energy of young adults and intervening at this crucial time in someone’s life to make a positive difference, Alden House may be the program for you!

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, healthy living, meal preparation, hygiene, laundry, banking, 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‑on‑one interventions as directed by the treatment plan.
• Collaborates and coordinates 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:

Experience: Two years’ experience working with a relevant population preferred.

Licensure/Certification/Registration: Valid driver’s license required with a 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 403b Retirement Plan.
• Competitive premiums with added discounts on pet, auto, and home insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs.
• Student loan repayment assistance (Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Nurse Corps, NHSC/HRSA at select sites).
• Exclusive tuition discounts for CHR employees at several local colleges/universities.
• FREE robust training curriculum, featuring our brand‑new Clinical Training Series for interactive learning, practical skill enhancement, and professional growth.
• Clinical supervision and/or mentoring available at many programs.
• Internal career fairs: connect with recruiters to discuss your career aspirations and the various opportunities available within our 80+ programs statewide.
• Annual wellness stipend.
• FREE premium subscription to the Calm app for employees and their families.
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