Residential Aide - PT Hartford Ave

Residential Aide – Part‑Time 16 hrs. Friday & Saturday 3 pm – 11 pm – Hartford Ave.

Join Continuum of Care as a Residential Aide during the 2‑shift weekend. Payroll is $19.39 per hour, with a weekend differential of $1 (effective $20.39). The program is located in Wethersfield and serves individuals with severe mental illness, intellectual disability and/or addiction.

• Establish rapport with residents, maintain professional boundaries and promote a trusting relationship.
• Assist with activities of daily living including personal hygiene, housekeeping, laundry, nutrition, budgeting and leisure activities.
• Lead or co‑facilitate psycho‑educational groups, community integration and social recreation activities.
• Provide transportation to appointments, assist with travel planning and use of public and private transportation.
• Conduct regular apartment/room inspections and assist residents in maintaining cleanliness of their living spaces.
• Perform safety rounds, administer breathalyzer or urinalysis samples as applicable and document shift logs in the electronic record.
• Document and monitor medication self‑administration and respond to crisis situations as outlined in non‑violent practices.
• Attend staff meetings, clinical rounds and participate in agency committees to ensure quality service delivery.

• High School Diploma or equivalent with minimum 1 year experience in related healthcare field; licensed CNA or equivalent certification accepted in lieu of experience.
• Prior experience working with individuals with severe mental illness, intellectual disability and/or addiction.
• Valid Connecticut Driver’s License with clean driving record; willingness to transport clients in personal vehicle.
• CPR/First Aid certification; maintain ongoing certification.
• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office and electronic record keeping.
• Knowledge of community support system and resources preferred.

• Competitive wage $19.39/hr with weekend differential.
• 401(k) with company match up to 3.5%.
• Medical, Dental and Vision.
• FSA and Dependent Care accounts.
• Company‑sponsored Employee Assistance Program, life, AD&D and LTD.
• Paid vacation, PTO and sick time for eligible part‑time employees.

Continuum of Care is an Equal Employment Opportunity applicant, veteran, people with disabilities and all protected categories as required by law. Closed to non‑U.S. citizens.