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With a career at CHR, you can look forward to a respectful workplace, an inclusive culture, and most importantly, a family. A career can mean different things at different workplaces. Apply now to see what it means to us and what it’s like to work somewhere your voice is heard, your wellness is a priority, and your success matters.
JOB TITLE: Residential Counselor
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Part-Time, 24 Hours/Week
SCHEDULED HOURS: Friday, Saturday, Sunday 3-11pm
PROGRAM/LOCATION: Alden House, Enfield, CT
PC#: 1900
ABOUT THE PROGRAM: ALDEN HOUSE
Alden House is a (5) bed 24/7 Residential program for Young Adults ages 18-25 who have significant functional deficits as a result of mental illness and/or significant trauma. The goal of Alden House is to teach clients the skills they need to successfully transition to a lower level of care in the community. These skills include daily living skills, social and recreational skills, time management skills, interpersonal skills, conflict resolution skills, coping skills and symptom management skills. The Residential Counselor has the primary responsibility for engaging with the clients and teaching skills. The Program Director and Residential Supervisor provide hands on support and guidance to the team and are available 24/7. If you enjoy the energy of Young Adults and would find the opportunity of intervening at this crucial time in someone’s life in order to make a positive difference in their future, Alden House may be the program for you!
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:
• In order to appeal to Young Adults, the staff provide services in creative and fun ways!
• Opportunity to meet clients at some of their most challenging life stages and be a part of their success story
• Room for growth: staff in this program may decide to move into a therapist role after continuing education or may move into a supervisor position after gaining experience in the field.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Bachelor’s degree preferred, high school diploma and/or Associate’s degree with minimum 2 years relevant experience.
Experience: Experience working with chronic and persistent mentally ill clients in a residential group home or supported living setting preferred.
Licensure/Certification/Registration: CPR/First-Aid Certification within 6 months of hire or according to program requirements. Valid driver’s license, own vehicle and no fault insurance. Knowledge and safe practice of CT State Motor Vehicle Laws.
WHY CHR:
*Many of the benefits listed above are available to all staff regardless of hours worked! Please note that some of the listed benefits may be subject to eligibility.
COMPENSATION*:
$17.00 minimum - $24.48 maximum, dependent upon experience.
*Actual rates are determined at the time of offer and are based off of relevant experience, as well as adherence to our internal equity policy. Many of our positions offer program/location differentials and/or sign-on incentives. (Please note, for part-time positions this range would be pro-rated based on hours worked)
CHR is committed to fostering an inclusive culture that respects differences and honors the experience of our diverse staff. We encourage women, members of ethnic minorities, LGBTQ individuals, people with (dis)abilities, and veterans to apply.
Take the first step to a meaningful career and apply to CHR today!
Part Time
$29k-38k (estimate)
05/10/2023
06/27/2024