Residential Aide - Sierra Mental Health; Haven

Job Details:

Job Location:

48 Howe Street New Haven Inc - New Haven, CT 06511, Position Type:
Part Time, Education Level: High School/GED, Salary Range: $20.00 - $20.00 Hourly, Job Shift: First Shift, Job Category:
Residential Aide, Position:
Residential Aide

Sierra Mental Health

New Haven

$20.00/hour

Part time, 16 hours, 1st shift, Saturday & Sunday, 7:30-3:30p

During their 3-6 month length of stay in this congregate care type setting, pre-trial adult males with a primary mental health diagnosis are provided with supervision, psycho-educational and skill-building services to support them in re-entering the community after a period of incarceration. The goal is to reduce recidivism through establishing positive behavioral change and pro-social community connectivity.

The Residential Aide is responsible for direct client care. This includes activities of daily living and providing support for safety, health, and wellness. This position also assists program staff, and the ideal candidate will establish, develop, and maintain respectful relationships with the people served. The Residential Aide will participate in maintaining a safe, harm‑free environment for all residents.

Working within Adult Services, the Residential Aide works on the Residential Behavioral Health Treatment care team to support clients’ recovery from mental illness, substance use, and homelessness.

• High School Diploma / GED
• 2+ years relevant experience as a Residential Aide or equivalent
• Valid Driver’s License
• Regular and predictable attendance is required

If selected for employment with The Connection, newly hired employees will be required to attend a two (2) day mandatory New Hire Orientation at our Roscommon office located in Middletown.

• Medical, dental, vision benefits are offered along with other additional voluntary coverages with full time employment
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching contribution
• Company paid short and long term disability and life insurance with full time employment
• Paid time off (vacation, personal and sick) with full time employment
• 12 paid holidays

The Connection is a statewide human services and community development agency that provides unique solutions to the problems of homelessness, mental illness, substance use, improving child welfare and community justice rehabilitation. For additional information, visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..