Residential Aide - Per Diem - Lincoln

Residential Aide – Per Diem – Lincoln

Apply for the Residential Aide – Per Diem – Lincoln role at Continuum of Care
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Program:
Lincoln

$19.39 per hour (Weekend shift differential: $20.39)

Assists individuals with daily personal routines, providing prompts for daily living skills, skill‑building activities, and participation in groups. Provides companionship to residents and establishes a trusting and professional relationship. Works with licensed or visiting nursing personnel to monitor medical concerns and observe interaction with medications, as indicated. Reports any problems or medical issues. Ensures living spaces are safe, sanitary, and well‑organized.

Leads group activities and outings. Collaborates with nursing, management, and coworkers to ensure residents receive the best quality services. Performs other duties as assigned.

• Establish rapport and positive working relationships with clients while maintaining professional ethics and boundaries.
• Enhance a client’s independent living skills by engaging, assessing, and providing various modalities of teaching and assistance (e.g., modeling, prompting, hands‑on assistance).
• Provide hands‑on support and guidance for activities of daily living such as personal care/hygiene, housekeeping, laundry, food management/nutrition, budgeting, health and safety, leisure, and other activities which promote healthy living.
• Facilitate/co‑facilitate psycho educational groups as indicated.
• Engage clients in community integration and social recreation activities.
• Provide transportation to and from appointments as identified and educate clients on travel planning and use of public and private transportation.
• Conduct regular apartment/room inspections and assist clients in maintaining cleanliness of living spaces.
• Conduct ongoing rounds checks to ensure safety of each individual and the program.
• Administer breathalyzer tests and urinalysis samples as applicable.
• Document shift logs electronically according to contract and agency policy.
• Develop and maintain relationships with providers, families, and natural supports.
• Respond to crisis situations and provide interventions per agency policy for Nonviolent Practices.
• Supervise, monitor, and document client medication self‑administration.
• Attend and participate in monthly staff meetings, clinical rounds, and all agency meetings and supervision sessions.

• Maintain a clean, well‑organized work environment.
• Ensure all program egresses and walkways are clear to support workplace safety.
• Notify supervisor of maintenance and/or safety issues and generate work orders as needed.
• Participate in fire and emergency evacuation drills and review the emergency preparedness plan.
• Participate in Food Bank activities as assigned.
• Remain awake during all shifts to ensure client safety.

• Adhere to policies and practices outlined in the staff handbook and program operations manual.
• Uphold HIPAA regulations and secure necessary releases of information for outside communication.
• Model culturally competent behavior in interactions with clients, providers, families, and staff.
• Maintain accurate electronic records and case files as required by program and agency policies.
• Participate in agency committees when available or as permitted.
• Complete all trainings required per program contract and agency policy.
• Attend agency‑sponsored in‑services, outside trainings, conferences, and meetings to facilitate professional growth.

• High School Diploma or equivalent with at least one (1) year experience in a related healthcare field. Licensed CNA or other related healthcare certification accepted in lieu of experience.
• Prior experience working with individuals with severe and persistent mental illness, intellectual disabilities, and/or addiction.
• Knowledge of community support system and resources preferred.
• Valid Connecticut Driver’s License with a clean driving record.
• CPR/First Aid certification (maintained continuously).
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office and electronic record keeping.

• Competitive wages
• 401(k) with company match up to 3.5%
• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• 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 40 hr & part‑time (2039 hr)

• Connecticut Paid Sick Time for all employees up to 40 hours a year
• 12 Company Holidays Paid at Double Time (hourly employees)

Entry level

Part‑time

Health Care Provider

Mental Health Care

This position is open to all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, or disability. Continuum of Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer.