Per Diem - Direct Care
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 - $15.25/Hr
Closing Date: 01/02/2023
Per Diem employees fill-in for regular status employees who may not be available. Most of the need is on second and third shift, and weekends. This is a great opportunity for a college student or anyone that wants to make a difference. Fill-in staff needed to support program participants in our mental health programs on an as-needed basis.
First/Second Shift. Responsibilities include: teaching skills such as cooking, menu planning, laundry, grocery shopping and providing support for ADL skill development. Documentation of services in the Electronic Medical Records System (EMRS). CNA/HHA/PCA/PCT preferred.
Third Shift. Responsibilities include: light housekeeping, regular bed checks, monitoring mental and physical health of members, and medication cueing when necessary. Documentation of services in the Electronic Medical Records System (EMRS). CNA/HHA/PCA/PCT preferred.
Hours: Varied to include evenings, overnights, and weekends.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assists program participants in recreational, social, vocational, residential, and community events
- Assists members in performing daily living skills and meeting daily living needs such as shopping, laundry, housekeeping, transportation, etc.
- Assists with the implementation of goal activities as defined on the individual’s service plan
- Provides crisis intervention supports as needed
- Provides emotional support to program participants
- Monitors and documents program participant’s physical and mental health and report relevant information to the appropriate staff
- Provides conditions that maximize safety for staff and program participants
- Provides coverage as needed at any of the Agency sites per Agency need
- Provides coverage as needed at any of the Agency sites per Agency need
- Engages in continuous concerted efforts to access, obtain, respond to pertinent agency information/communications, and disseminates as appropriate
- Provides working conditions that maximize safety for staff and program participants
- Maintains CPR/FA Certification
- Monitors and documents interactions and observations
- Other job-related duties as assigned
- Performs duties while demonstrating Agency Core Competencies and values
Education and Experience:
· High School Diploma or equivalent
· 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.