Do you want to work for a Top Workplace? Reliance Health has been named amongst the Top 3 midsize Workplaces in Connecticut, by the Hartford Courant since 2011.

Reliance Health, Inc. is a private 501(c)(3) nonprofit with the mission to enhance health through mental wellness. We provide tools and resources for over 950 individuals to move forward in their lives. The dedication and passion of our 250 plus employee allows each one of our over 30 programs to focus on positive relationships and mental wellness as we believe healthy living starts with your mind. Since 1976, our programs have assisted adults find and preserve stable housing, advance educational goals, gain experience, develop social networks, maintain employment, and advance day-to-day life skills within Eastern Connecticut. For every individual we serve, there is a positive impact on many. Healthy adults create stronger families. Stronger families empower each other to thrive and become engaged citizens. Stronger communities are built based on mental wellness.

In addition to our comprehensive benefits package we also offer flexible schedules, educational growth opportunities, Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program, peer recognition programs, a casual dress code, Agency events, retreats, and family first philosophy.

We are seeking dedicated professionals to staff our quality programs.

Per Diem - Direct Care - Continuous Residential Support Program - $18.00/Hr

Closing Date: 06/01/2024

Provides 24/7 residential support and individualized day program support to program participants at their level of need in a secure, environment promoting self-esteem, and self-sufficiency, while helping them grow and achieve maximum levels of autonomy and high quality of life. Responsibilities include: accurate documentation for services and required supervision/line-of-sight support requirements, assistance with budgeting, employment and educational counseling, health and wellness, medical and psychiatric services including medication management, transportation, and ADL skill development (examples include cooking, grocery shopping, menu planning, and laundry).

Third shift duties include some light housekeeping and safety checks.

Worksite: Norwich, Oakdale, Scotland, and/or Canterbury

Hours: Varied

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assists program participants with engagement in recreational, social, and community events
• Assists program participants in performing daily living skills and meeting daily living needs such as shopping, laundry, housekeeping, transportation, etc.
• Provides emotional support to program participants
• Monitors program participants physical and mental health and reports relevant information to the Director/Coordinator
• Provides crisis intervention support as needed
• Implements program and Agency policy and procedures
• Provides required documentation of services
• Provides coverage as needed at any of the Agency sites
• Engages in continuous concerted efforts to access, obtain, respond to pertinent Agency information/communications, and disseminate as appropriate
• Provide conditions that maximize safety for co-workers and program participants
• Other responsibilities of Reliance Health staff, such as participation in Agency events, adhering to Agency Policies, training requirements etc.
• Other job-related duties as assigned
• Performs duties while demonstrating Agency Core Competencies and Values

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Work experience in the provision of mental health services preferred
• Valid CT Driver’s License, vehicle registration and insurance
• Good driving record

We offer an excellent benefit package, competitive wages, and loan repayment program. EOE/M/F/D/V Bi-lingual preferred. AA. We are committed to fostering diversity in the workplace.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person