Residential Specialist II (Friday - Monday, 4:00 pm - 12:00 am) at Mental Health Connecticut Inc

Waterbury, Connecticut, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Jul, 26

Salary

20.0

Posted On

04 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Mental health support, Crisis intervention, Documentation, Medication administration, Activities of daily living assistance, Case management, Advocacy, Group facilitation, Safety monitoring, Individual recovery plans, Community resource referral, Communication, Interpersonal skills

Industry

Mental Health Care

Description

Description Mental Health Connecticut (MHC) is a statewide not for profit provider agency that partners with individuals, their families, and the surrounding communities to create environments that support long-term health and wellness. We measure success by our ability to help individuals obtain a safe home, achieve whole health, realize a meaningful purpose, and develop connections in the community. MHC envisions a future where wellbeing is rooted in respect for the condition of being human. Our dedication to this mission is evident through our focus on community education, advocacy, and direct service. MHC has a full-time opening (Friday - Monday; 4:00 pm - 12:00 am) for a Residential Specialist II within the Waterbury area. This position will be responsible for documenting and delivering direct services, including Medicaid reimbursable services if applicable, to adult persons in recovery from chronic mental and other co-occurring conditions as outlined in their Individual Recovery Plans to improve their quality of life and maintain the highest possible ability to function in the community. Pay Rate: $19.50 per hour. MHC is currently paying a shift differential of $0.50 per hour worked between 4:00 pm - 12:00 am in addition to the hourly salary rate. MHC offers a competitive benefit package which includes: Medical and Dental (Cost share of premiums split 90/10 for employee only and 80/20 for employee + dependents) Voluntary Vision Company paid Life and Long Term Disability insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 403(b) Retirement Plan (company match is dollar for every dollar contributed, up to 6%) Generous paid time off policy including 11 agency observed holidays, sick time, vacation time, and wellness days Requirements The Residential Specialist II responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Engage with persons in recovery to assure they participate in programs and activities. Document all activities, communications, and encounters with individuals in recovery according to service contract and MHC requirements. Teach and assist Activities of Daily Living (ADL) skills to maintain a clean and orderly environment. Act as a liaison with the individuals' therapists, referral sources, and community agencies. Monitor the safety of individuals in recovery in their residences through proper supervision of the sites ensuring the maintenance of safe and healthy facilities. Identify and refer individuals to appropriate community supports and resources advocating for and supporting individual centered preferences. Monitor and document the self-administration of medications noting any refusal, resistance, reactions, errors or special conditions. Develop and maintain confidential charts through accurate and timely documentation of daily progress, behaviors, unusual incidents or emergency events. Develop and design content and objectives for educational and wellness-related group discussions and activities. Encourage participation, coordinate schedule, and gather the materials needed for the discussion or activity. Implement and facilitate ongoing group activities and discussions with program participants. Provide community based or program site coverage when necessary. May be mandated to remain on site or to report beyond scheduled hours to provide essential coverage. Education and/or Experience: GED or High School Diploma required. 2 years of related experience and/or degree in related field, license, certification i.e. Recovery Assistant certificate. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Valid driver’s license. Mental Health Connecticut, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V No Phone Calls Please

Responsibilities

The Residential Specialist II provides direct services and support to adults in recovery from mental health conditions, including documenting progress and assisting with daily living skills. They also monitor site safety, facilitate wellness groups, and act as a liaison between individuals and community resources.