Community Support Assistant Positions

$39,166 - $39,166/Yr

Continuum Of Care - New Haven, CT

Part-time,Full-time - Entry Level

Onsite - New Haven, CT

Truck Transportation

About the position

The Community Support Assistant position at Continuum of Care involves providing comprehensive community-based residential and support services to individuals with mental health, intellectual, and addiction needs. The role focuses on enhancing clients' independence and well-being through hands-on skill-building interventions and collaboration with Community Support Specialists. The position is available in various shifts and offers both part-time and full-time opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Establish rapport and positive working relationships with clients while maintaining professional ethics and boundaries.
• Support clients' integration into the community by providing resources for securing and maintaining affordable housing.
• Maintain regular contact with clients as defined and assist with referrals for various services.
• Develop, implement, and monitor person-centered plans with clients in all aspects of care.
• Enhance clients' independent living skills through various teaching modalities.
• Assist clients in identifying barriers to achieving their goals and link them to appropriate services.
• Conduct regular apartment/room inspections and assist clients in maintaining cleanliness.
• Develop and maintain working relationships with families and external providers.
• Facilitate psycho-educational groups as needed and administer breathalyzer tests and urinalysis samples as applicable.
• Attend and participate in staff meetings and provide additional case management support as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree preferred; High School Diploma or equivalent with a minimum of 3 years' experience in a related field.
• Prior experience working with people with severe and persistent mental illness, intellectual disabilities, and/or addiction.
• Valid Connecticut Driver's license with a clean driving record is required.
• First Aid/CPR certification or willingness to obtain certification within 90 days of hire.
• Proficient computer skills required, including Microsoft Office and electronic record keeping.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in direct care support for at least 1 year (preferred).
• Experience in mental health or intellectual disabilities for at least 1 year (preferred).
• Experience in addiction support for at least 1 year (preferred).
• First Aid Certification (preferred).
• CPR Certification (preferred).

Benefits

• Health savings account
• Paid holidays
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Flexible spending account
• Paid time off
• Employee assistance program
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan