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InterCommunity · 2 months ago

RESIDENTIAL SUPPORT SPECIALIST FLOAT, FULL-TIME, SUN - THURS 3 PM - 1130 PM

Hartford, CT

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$21.25/hr - $25/hr

3+ years exp

InterCommunity is a recognized healthcare provider specializing in primary care and behavioral health services. The Residential Support Specialist is responsible for maintaining the safety of the therapeutic environment and assisting clients with activities of daily living (ADLs).

Health CareHealth DiagnosticsMedicalMental Health

Responsibilities

Responsible for maintaining safety of the therapeutic milieu in the assigned department

Performs hourly observations in a timely manner

Completes accurate admission and discharge progress and documents in Epic

Provides thorough search of client and belongings on admission and secures clients belongings appropriately

Ensure clients receive all possessions and medications upon discharge

Assist clients with ADLs as needed

Maintains cleanliness of the unit, including client rooms and all shared spaces

All other duties as assigned, including covering open shifts as a Resident Support Specialist in Withdrawal Management, 56 Recovery Programs, and Coventry House

All agency staff are required to attend all mandatory department/agency meetings and trainings

All Residential Support Staff Employees MUST show proof of CPR Certification within 60 days of official start date

Qualification

CNA CertificationPeer Support Specialist CertificationSubstance Abuse KnowledgeHuman Services DegreeCPR CertificationResidential Experience

Required

Associates or Bachelor's Degree in Human Services field or high school diploma (G.E.D.)

A current active CNA/MA Certification for the State of Connecticut

Peer Support Specialist Certification

3 years of experience in residential setting preferred

Working knowledge of substance abuse and/or mental health treatment

All Residential Support Staff Employees are required to show proof of a CPR Certification within 60 days of official start date

Valid Driver License

Benefits

Work Life-Balance-Flexibility, generous Paid PTO, and paid holidays.

Health & Dental insurance- with flexible contribution options to include 2 HDHP w/ HSA contribution at no cost premium or non-HDHP at a minimal cost to employees.

Voluntary vision.

STD, LTD & Disability coverage - employer paid.

Basic Life & AD&D employer paid.

Supplemental Life Insurance available.

401(k) with 3% employer match and 3% employer give after 12 months and 1,000 hours worked.

Career advancement opportunities.