--- title: 'Residential Counselor: Bridge Street' description: 'Community Health Resources is hiring for the Residential Counselor: Bridge Street role in Enfield, CT. See the full description and apply.' type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/residential-counselor-bridge-street-at-community-health-resources-01a1c031-935e-79de-bddc-548f5fd5fd95 date: 2026-11-15T01:26:44Z og_description: 'Join Community Health Resources as Residential Counselor: Bridge Street in Enfield, CT. Pays $19 per hour. Full-time role.' og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/k5h7cs.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | Community Health Resources | | **Location** | Enfield, CT | | **Salary** | $19/hr | | **Type** | Full Time | | **Posted** | Nov 09, 2026 | ## Is this job real? **Ghost job check:** A · Low risk. Probably a real opening. ## Visa sponsorship - **H-1B:** Community Health Resources sponsors H-1B visas. - **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for Community Health Resources. ## Pay for similar jobs Most similar jobs pay about $40,000 a year. ## Description ***Recognized as a Top Workplace for 13 consecutive years! Your career can mean different things in different workplaces. Apply with CHR now to see what it's like to work somewhere your voice is heard, your wellness is a priority, and your success matters.*** **JOB TITLE:** Residential Counselor **EMPLOYMENT TYPE:** Full-time, 40 hours/wk **SCHEDULED HOURS:** Friday-Monday 3pm-11pm **PROGRAM/LOCATION:** Bridge Street Apartments **PC#:** 3121 **ABOUT THE PROGRAM: Bridge St. Apartments** Clients often need a way to take some space from the stressors in their lives and we are here to provide that. Throughout the day you are spending your time engaging with clients, observing safe medication practices, working on daily independent living skills, assessing for risk and crisis situations and providing case management supports as needed. The program is staffed 24/7 and you will develop strong relationships with other CHR programs, primary health and pharmacies to best support those in our care. **Make a real difference by supporting individuals in crisis or transition on their path to stability and independence.** **Join a collaborative team where every day is an opportunity to learn, grow, and change lives!** **Position Highlights** - **Make a Meaningful Impact:** Support individuals at a critical point in their journey by providing crisis stabilization and life skills coaching. - **Engaging Team Environment:** Work collaboratively with a dedicated team to help clients transition toward independent living. - **Diverse Clientele:** Assist clients from various backgrounds, connecting them to essential mental health resources. - **Hands-On Experience:** Gain valuable skills in crisis intervention, de-escalation, and behavioral health management. - **Requirements:** Self-driven, mental health experience, adaptability, and a valid driver’s license. **Duties & Responsibilities** - Maintains physical environment and program standards to CHR, DMHAS, JCAHO and any other licensing standard - Monitors medications of all residents in accordance with the Adult residential medication policy and procedure. - Effectively utilizes appropriate communication methods/tools to transfer information to other staff regarding the day’s events - Teaches and assists all residents in areas of rehab including: nutrition and healthy living, meal preparation, hygiene, laundry, banking and budgeting, and basic home care skills. - Assists/Manages administrative functions and tasks at the direction of the supervisor - Prepares and facilitates educational and skill building groups and one to one interventions as directed by the treatment plan. - Collaborates and coordinate care with providers and families as needed. - Assists residents in addressing medical and psychiatric needs. - Maintains documentation in compliance with agency and program standards. - Participates in staff meetings, supervision, trainings and other meetings as assigned. - Additional duties as required. **QUALIFICATIONS:** **Education:** High diploma or GED required. **Experience:** Two years’ experience working with a relevant population preferred. **Licensure/Certification/Registration:** Valid driver’s license required with good driving record. **Why Join CHR?** **Be part of an exciting, supportive, and dynamic workplace where your growth and well-being are our top priorities!** - **Comprehensive benefits packages** include health insurance, ample paid time off (including your birthday!), employer contributions to your 403b Retirement Plan, and competitive insurance premiums with added discounts on pet, home and auto! - **Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs**, including exclusive tuition discounts for CHR employees at several local colleges/universities - **Career development opportunities!** FREE robust training curriculum, featuring our Clinical Training Series for interactive learning, practical skill enhancement, and professional growth! Clinical supervision and/or mentoring offered at several programs - **Wellness program:** Annual wellness stipend, FREE premium subscription to the Calm app, 6 FREE confidential counseling sessions through our Employee Assistance Program - **Employee appreciation and involvement,** including contests, lunch & learns (meet with our CEO!), employee appreciation events, employee-led resource groups open to all, and more! **And so much more!** (Many benefits are available to all staff, regardless of the hours worked, with some subject to eligibility) **COMPENSATION*:**                $19.00/hr min-$24.89/hr max *Actual rates within this range are determined at the time of offer and are based on relevant experience, as well as adherence to our internal equity policy. (Please note, for part-time positions this range would be pro-rated based on hours worked) **CHR is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage all to apply.** ***Take the first step to a meaningful career and apply to CHR today!*** ## Skills - Psychiatric Nursing - Joint Commission Accreditation - Supervision - Home Care - De-escalation Techniques - Meal Preparation - Licensing - Hygiene - Laundry Services - Crisis Intervention - Banking - Treatment Planning - Behavioral Health - Driving - Communication - Adaptability - Budgeting - Nutrition ## Benefits - Financial Aid/Assistance - Professional Development - Mental Health - Health and Wellness Stipends - Health and Wellness Programs - Health and Wellness Applications - Health Insurance - Paid Time Off (Pto) - 403(b) Tax-Sheltered Annuity Plans - Other Retirement and Savings ## Related - [Social Services & Nonprofits jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/social-services-and-nonprofits?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Youth & Career Counseling jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/social-services-and-nonprofits/youth-and-career-counseling?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Residential Care Counselor jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/social-services-and-nonprofits/youth-and-career-counseling/residential-care-counselor?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Browse all companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) ## Explore this job market - [Connecticut](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/connecticut?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 34029 jobs - [Mental Health Care](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/healthcare/mental-health-care?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 26580 jobs - [Enfield, CT](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/connecticut/enfield?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 299 jobs ## Related pages - [Connecticut](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/connecticut?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 34029 jobs - [Mental Health Care](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/healthcare/mental-health-care?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 26580 jobs - [Enfield, CT](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/connecticut/enfield?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 299 jobs ## Browse - [Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by country](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs in the United States by state and city](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B sponsors by location](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-sponsors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B salaries](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-salaries?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Sectors and industries](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by career field](https://www.foundrole.com/careers?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Latest jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/latest?utm_source=ai_markdown)