Root Center for Advanced Recovery · 1 day ago
Residential Technician: Part-Time 2nd and 3rd Shift: 20 Hours
New Britain, CT
Part-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$21/hr - $21/hrRoot Center for Advanced Recovery is dedicated to creating a supportive work environment and is seeking a Residential Technician. The role involves providing daily living assistance and medical care to residents, as well as performing administrative duties as part of the patient care team.
Addiction TreatmentHealth CareMental HealthRehabilitationWellness
Responsibilities
Provide direct care and support to residents; Accurately performs and documents vital signs
Assist with daily living activities, including meal pick up and set up, medication monitoring, and hygiene
Monitor and supervise residents to ensure safety and adherence to program rules
Facilitate recreational and therapeutic activities for residents, promoting engagement and socialization
Address crisis situations and provide emotional support to residents in need
Maintain cleanliness and organization of residential facility
Document resident activities, behaviors, and progress in a timely and accurate manner
Communicate and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to deliver comprehensive care to residents
Monitor individual’s needs at all times; Engage residents by providing weekly programs and social activities to promote mental and emotional well-being
Collects fees and records payments; photographs clients and prepares client ID cards; electronically prepares medical records for new admissions and accompanying information; processes client refunds; participating in clinical staff meetings; completes client fee contracts; updates lobby boards; process late fee letters on a timely basis
Transports patients safely in agency vehicle from facility to appointments and other venues on an as needed basis
Qualification
Required
High-school diploma or equivalent with CNA, EMT or MA certification required
Prior experience and demonstrated ability and sensitivity to work with drug dependent people within the scope of this rehabilitation program
Adult CPR/AED or BLS certification must be obtained and maintained within the initial 6 months of employment
Must possess a valid driver's license and safe/clear driving record
Preferred
Associate degree in Human Services or related field
Benefits
Work Life Balance- Flexibility: Great work life balance with clinics closed on Sundays. No current on-call responsibilities. Time off including PTO, three (3) Paid training days and thirteen (13) paid holidays, including your birthday!
Health Insurance & Dental Insurance- with flexible employee contribution options depending upon chosen plan.
Voluntary Vision Insurance
Life Insurance and AD&D – 100% paid by Root Center for Advanced Recovery
Short-Term Disability – 100% paid by Root Center for Advanced Recovery
403(b) Retirement Plan with a 5% employer match after 6 months of employment and an additional 5% employer contribution after 1 year of employment.
$1000 provided annually for tuition, license reimbursement, certifications or other educational activities, including 3 paid training days for educational activities and conferences; an additional $1000 available for counselors seeking outside supervision hours when such can not be provided in the organization internally.
Annual bonus eligible based on agency performance
Root Center has approved sites for the following NHSC Loan Repayment Programs: The Loan Repayment Program, Students to Service Loan Repayment Program, Rural Community Loan Repayment Program and Substance Use Disorder Workforce Loan Repayment Program.
Company
Root Center for Advanced Recovery
Root Center for Advanced Recovery is a behavioral healthcare organization that provides mental health and addiction treatment services.
Founded in 1871
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Steven Zuckerman
Chief Executive Officer
Jennifer L. Succi, MPH (She/ Her/ Hers)
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
Hartford Business Journal
2025-11-12
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