Residential Aide - FT hrs. Sunday - Thursday 7 am - 3 pm - Hartford Ave.

About the role

1st Shift: 40 hours Sunday - Thursday 7 am - 3 pm $19.39 Hourly

Responsibilities

• Establishes rapport and positive working relationships with clients
• Enhances a client’s independent living skills through various teaching and assistance methods
• Provides handson support and guidance for activities of daily living
• Facilitates/cofacilitates psychoeducational groups as indicated
• Engages with clients in community integration and social recreation activities
• Provides transportation to and from appointments as identified
• Edicates and trains clients with travel planning and use of public and private transportation
• Conducts regular apartment/room inspections and assists in maintaining cleanliness
• Conducts ongoing rounds checks ensuring safety of each individual and the program
• Administers breathalyzer tests and urinalysis samples, as applicable
• Documents shift logs in electronic record according to contract and agency policy
• Develops and maintains working relationships with providers, families, and natural supports
• Responds to crisis situations and provides appropriate interventions as outlined in the agency policy for Nonviolent Practices
• Supervises, monitors, and documents the self-administration of client medications
• Attends and participates in monthly staff meetings, clinical rounds, AllTreater meetings and supervision
• Maintains a clean, well-organized work environment
• Ensures all program egresses and walkways are clear to support workplace safety
• Notifies supervisor of maintenance and/or safety issues and generates work orders as needed
• Conducts and participates in fire and emergency evacuation drills, and reviews the emergency preparedness plan as outlined in agency policy
• Participates in Food Bank activities as assigned
• Attends agency sponsored inservices, outside trainings, conferences and meetings to facilitate continued professional growth and ensure the quality of case management practices

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent with a minimum of one (1) year experience in related healthcare field
• Licensed CNA or other related healthcare certification accepted in lieu of experience
• Prior experience working with people with severe and persistent mental illness, intellectual disabilities, and/or addiction
• Knowledge of the community support system and resources preferred
• Valid Connecticut Driver’s license with clean driving record is required
• Scattered site and non-24 hr. program positions require the employee to maintain reliable transportation and be willing to transport clients in personal vehicles
• CPR/First Aid certification offered as part of orientation
• Proficient computer skills required, including Microsoft Office and electronic record keeping