Adolescent Support Specialist

Overview

Adolescent Support Specialist — 40 hours per week — $18.12 per hour.

Sun, Mon, Tues, Thurs 12:00am (midnight) – 10:00am. Winsted, CT06098 — 10 Minutes from Torrington.

The Adolescent Support Specialist position will provide direct care, supervise, and assist the adolescents (during school and group times), and act as a role model reinforcing the adolescent’s individualized treatment plan. In addition, the Adolescent Support Specialist will facilitate groups as appropriate and will conduct therapeutic programming under the supervision of the Clinician and Shift Supervisor. The Adolescent Support Specialist must be sensitive to unique issues such as mental health, suicide and contraband.

• Ensure physical safety of youth and provide Crisis Intervention
• Routine counts to make sure clients are present and safe
• Routine bed checks to ensure youth are present in their beds
• Maintain a professional relationship with youth maintaining proper physical boundaries
• Plan and lead organized daily activities and facilitate groups
• Conduct therapeutic programing including Restorative Justice Practices and DBT-Lite
• Interpret program to youth and family
• Complete all written reports as assigned
• Be aware and assure safety of youth with special needs physical or emotional
• Provide transportation to clients and families as needed
• Maintain Administration of Medication Certification
• Reinforce and role model youth’s individual needs plan
• Regular and consistent attendance

• Experience working with youth, at-risk or court-involved adolescents - Required
• High school diploma or equivalent - Required
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• A valid driver’s license
• Flexible hours/weekends and evenings

• Full-time 40 hours per week $18.12 per hour
  • Sunday 12am - Sunday 10am
  • Monday 12am - Monday 10am
  • Tuesday 12am - Tuesday 10am
  • Thursday 12am - Thursday 10am
• Friday, Saturday, Wednesday off
• Time and a half / overtime available

• Free daily nutritious meals
• Low-cost Medical Insurance Plan option
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance offered after 30 days of employment
• Company Paid Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Generous Paid Vacation Package (unused time eligible for carry over)
• Generous Paid Sick Time (unused time eligible for carry over)
• Paid Holiday Time (separate from vacation time)
• Floating Holidays (separate from paid vacation time and paid holiday time)
• Annual monetary incentives
• TUITION Assistance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
• Career Growth Opportunities
• Company Celebrations & Employee Recognition Program
• Employee discounts (cell phone, computer)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Qualified Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Employer Federal Student Aid
• 10%-20% tuition discount at many local educational institutions, including those listed by the CT Nonprofit Alliance

A career at CJR is focused on working to ensure that every young person has an opportunity to thrive! CJR reaches across the state of Connecticut to deliver a broad continuum of care through our residential, education, wellness, and community-based programs. At CJR, you will experience a fulfilling career with an employer that encourages advancement, respects diversity, and rewards excellence!

We’re an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. We welcome everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in the industry. We embrace the competitive advantage of diversity.

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-Excellent interpersonal skills
-The ability to respond calmly and effectively in emergency situations
-Strong communication and conflict resolution skills
-Experience working with diverse populations or employing culturally responsive practices
-A demonstrated understanding of adolescent development and mental health issues
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