Residential Aide - Women's Rise (New Haven)
The Connection·New Haven, Connecticut
The Connection·New Haven, Connecticut
Provide structure and supervision to justice-involved women re-entering the community through a residential work release program. Collaborate with program staff to help rehabilitate and educate clients to ensure successful community reintegration.
This Residential Aide- will utilize a strengths-based & client-centered approach, providing structure and supervision to justice involved women as they re-enter the community after a period of incarceration. The ideal candidate will have experience working with individuals in recovery and/or those who are justice involved or have a client/customer support background and be highly motivated to help others make positive change. An ability to be both structured and compassionate while maintaining professional and respectful boundaries is required. Working within Adult Services, the Residential Aide works with Community Justice program staff to help to rehabilitate, educate, and successfully guide clients from incarceration back into the community.
High School Diploma / GED with 2+ years relevant experience as a Residential Aide or equivalent or Associate's Degree Valid Driver’s License Regular and predictable attendance is required Orientation: If selected for employment with The Connection, newly hired employees will be required to attend a two (2) day mandatory New Hire Orientation at our Roscommon office located in Middletown.
Medical, dental, vision benefits are offered along with other additional voluntary coverages with full time employment 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching contribution Company paid short and long term disability and life insurance with full time employment Paid time off (vacation, personal and sick) with full time employment 12 paid holidays The Connection is a statewide human services and community development agency that provides unique solutions to the problems of homelessness, mental illness, substance use, improving child welfare and community justice rehabilitation. For additional information, visit www.theconnectioninc.org. Qualifications
Market context
Residential aide roles in Connecticut are typically in steady demand because providers need staff who can support daily living, maintain safety, and work reliably with vulnerable adults. This role is competitive for candidates who bring a high school diploma or GED with relevant experience, or an associate’s degree, plus a valid driver’s license and strong professional boundaries. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then tailor your application to show hands-on caregiving experience and boundary-setting skills.
