Residential Aide Lincoln

Residential Aide - FT 40 hrs. Tuesday - Saturday 3 pm - 11 pm – Lincoln

Join Continuum of Care as a Residential Aide to assist individuals with daily personal routines, skill‑building activities, and group participation across the community. Work nights and weekends with the care team to provide supportive, client‑centered care.

• 40 hours per week, Tuesday‑Saturday 3 pm–11 pm

• Weekend shift differential: $1.00 more per hour ($20.39)

• Establish rapport and maintain professional ethics and boundaries with clients.
• Enhance clients’ independent living skills through assessment and teaching (modeling, prompting, hands‑on assistance).
• Support activities of daily living (personal care, hygiene, housekeeping, laundry, food management, budgeting, health and safety, leisure).
• Facilitate and co‑facilitate psycho‑educational groups and community integration/social recreation activities.
• Provide transportation to/from appointments and train clients in travel planning and public/private transportation.
• Conduct regular apartment/room inspections, safety rounds, and hands‑on assistance with cleaning.
• Administer breathalyzer tests and urinalysis samples when applicable.
• Document shift logs in electronic records per agency policy.
• Develop relationships with providers, families, and supports.
• Respond to crisis situations and intervene following Nonviolent Practices policy.
• Supervise, monitor, and document client medication self‑administration.
• Participate in monthly staff meetings, clinical rounds, All Treater meetings, and supervision.

• Maintain a clean, well‑organized work environment.
• Ensure program egresses and walkways remain clear for safety.
• Notify supervisor of maintenance or safety issues and generate work orders.
• Participate in fire and emergency evacuation drills and review emergency preparedness plans.
• Assist with Food Bank activities as assigned.
• Keep awake through all shifts to maintain client and facility safety.

• Follow policies and practices outlined in the staff handbook and program operations manual.
• Work respectfully, constructively, and cooperatively.
• Uphold HIPAA regulations and secure necessary releases of information.
• Model culturally competent behavior with clients, providers, family, and staff.
• Maintain accurate electronic records and case files in accordance with contract, licensing, and accreditation requirements.
• Adhere to CARF standards.
• Participate in agency committees when available.
• Complete required trainings and attend agency‑sponsored in‑services, outside trainings, and conferences for professional growth.

• High school diploma or equivalent, with at least one year of experience in a related healthcare field, or license as a CNA or equivalent certification.
• Prior experience working with individuals with severe and persistent mental illness, intellectual disabilities, and/or addiction.
• Knowledge of community support systems and resources preferred.
• Valid Connecticut driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Willingness to maintain reliable transportation and transport clients in personal vehicles for non‑24‑hr and scattered positions.
• CPR/First Aid certification (provided during orientation; employee must maintain certification).
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office and electronic record‑keeping.

• Competitive wages ($20.39 plus shift differential).
• 401(k) with company match up to 3.5%
• Medical, Dental and Vision coverage.
• FSA and Dependent Care Accounts.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Life, AD&D and LTD insurance.
• Colonial Supplemental Insurance.
• Vacation, PTO & Sick time for eligible full‑time and part‑time employees.
• Connecticut Paid Sick Time up to 40 hours a year.
• 12 Company Holidays paid at double time (hourly employees).

Entry level

Full Time (40 hrs/week)

Health Care Provider – Mental Health Care