Residential Assistant - Doreens Place - $18.00/Hr
Job description
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.
Residential Assistant - Doreens Place - $18.00/Hr
Closing Date: 11/11/2024
FT 40 Hr/wkProvides 24/7 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 their person-reach residential goals. Responsibilities include: goal planning, medication cueing, and activities promoting skill development to enhance and maintain healthy living (examples include cooking, menu planning, grocery shopping, menu planning, making and keeping important appointments, budgeting, and social skill development). Documentation of services in the Electronic Medical Records System (EMRS). CNA/HHA/PCA/PCT preferred.
Worksite:Norwich
Hours:Monday - Friday, 4:00 pm-12:00 am
Duties and Responsibilities:Assists Program Participant in performing daily living skills and personal care needsProvides emotional support to Program ParticipantsMonitors Program Participants physical and mental health and reports relevant information to the Service Coordinator or Director/CoordinatorProvides conditions that maximize safety for staff and Program ParticipantsDocuments interactions and services provided in the programs communication logProvides coverage as needed at any of the Agency sites per Agency needRequires light housekeeping and disinfecting such as floors, laundry, and cleaning surfaces.Engages in continuous concerted efforts to access, obtain, and respond to pertinent Agency information/communications, and disseminate as appropriate[]{style="font-si"}
