Residential Specialist II (Monday - Friday, first shift)
Mental Health Connecticut Inc·Torrington, Connecticut
Mental Health Connecticut Inc·Torrington, Connecticut
Deliver and document direct services to adults in recovery from chronic mental health and co-occurring conditions to improve their community functioning. Responsibilities include implementing Individualized Recovery Plans and teaching basic life skills within residential settings.
Description Mental Health Connecticut (MHC) is a statewide not for profit provider agency that partners with individuals, their families, and the surrounding communities to create environments that support long-term health and wellness.
00 am - 5:00 pm) for a Residential Specialist II within the Torrington area. This position is located in our scattered site community outreach program and will be responsible for documenting and delivering direct services to adult persons in recovery from chronic mental health and other co-occurring conditionsto improve their quality of life and maintain the highest possible ability to function in the community.
The Residential Specialist II responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Document all activities, communications, and encounters with individuals in recovery according to service contract and MHC requirements. Act as a liaison with the individuals' therapists, referral sources, and community agencies. Collaborate and maintain cordial relations with DMHAS and other community agencies. Implement, design, deliver and document Individualized Recovery Plans (IRP's) to adult individuals in recovery experiencing chronic mental health and co-occurring conditions including but not limited to teaching Activities of Daily Living (ADL) skills and basic life skills needed to maintain a safe home environment by working directly with persons in recovery in their residences. Identify and refer individuals to appropriate community supports and resources advocating for and supporting individual centered preferences. Develop and maintain confidential charts through accurate and timely documentation of daily progress, behaviors, unusual incidents or emergency events. Communicate immediate concerns with supervisory staff. Willing and able to drive a personal vehicle locally and within the state. May be required to transport individuals in personal vehicle. Must be able to travel between programs, office, trainings, and department meetings. Education and/or Experience: GED or High School Diploma required. 2 years of related experience and/or degree in related field, license, certification i.e. Recovery Assistant certificate Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Valid driver’s license, vehicle registration, and vehicle insurance. Mental Health Connecticut, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, citizenship, national origin/ancestry, physical/mental disabilities, military status or any other basis prohibited by law. EOE, M/F/D/V
Market context
Behavioral health positions in Connecticut often draw steady demand from community providers, schools, and outpatient programs serving clients with ongoing support needs. These roles can be competitive because employers commonly look for reliable scheduling, documentation skills, and practical requirements such as a high school diploma, a valid driver’s license, access to an insured vehicle, and completed clearances. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm travel expectations and required verifications before applying.
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