Community Partners in Action
Youth Mentor 2nd Shift REGIONS Staff Secure Residential Treatment Program for Ma
Community Partners in Action, Hartford, Connecticut, us, 06112
Overview
Youth Mentor 2nd Shift REGIONS Staff Secure Residential Treatment Program for Male Youth – Hartford, CT. Shift (4:00 PM – 12:00 AM). Compensation: $23.27/hour. Agency Description One of the oldest organizations of its kind in the country, Community Partners in Action (CPA) was founded nearly 150 years ago to champion criminal justice reform and advocate for preserving the dignity of those in and out of prison. Through our programs that include reentry and housing, youth initiatives, a nationally recognized Prison Arts Program, and holistic alternatives to incarceration, we provide a long-term impact that positively transforms individuals and society at large. Annually serving nearly 7,000 individuals throughout Connecticut, our work is possible due to partnerships with and support from individuals, government, private funders, organizations, and businesses. What CPA Brings To The Table
A culture of belonging, equity, diversity and inclusion for all employees Medical and Dental insurance through Cigna 401k Eligibility after 60 Days of Employment Life Insurance, Short and Long Term Disability at NO cost to you Generous Vacation, Personal, and Sick Time 13 Paid Holidays A commitment to employee health & wellness The opportunity to make a difference and be a part of a team dedicated to systemic change and criminal justice reform Program Description
The REGIONS Staff Secure Program is a residential treatment program for up to 8 male youth. The mission is to provide a home-like, trauma-informed, culturally responsive, gender-specific, linguistically appropriate, strengths-based, and relationship-driven milieu to help youth improve their social, physical and emotional well-being. The treatment aims to reduce risk factors and support successful reintegration into the community. The program emphasizes individualized care that helps youth develop a positive self-image, learn coping skills, experience success, build relationships, and re-enter their communities better prepared to succeed. The youth may have a higher violence risk but it is not likely to be chronic. They are amenable to treatment and are not expected to pose ongoing safety risks to the public. Position Requirements
High school diploma/GED or higher with experience working with at-risk or court-involved adolescents and in residential treatment programs. Associate or bachelor’s degree in criminal justice with related internship may be considered in lieu of work experience. Understanding of gender-specific, trauma-informed, culturally responsive and linguistically appropriate issues. Strong interpersonal, communication, emotional intelligence, decision-making and crisis management skills. Ability to interact effectively with a multi-cultural population. Must share the belief that people can change and deserve quality services and opportunities to succeed. Valid CT driver’s license and reliable transportation; ability to transport clients to appointments and into the community. Capacity to become medication and Safe Crisis Management (SCM) certified; willingness to work additional hours/overtime as needed. Bi-lingual ability (Spanish/English) preferred; candidates with lived experience are encouraged to apply. Training Requirements And Work Environment Conditions
Mandatory 120-hour training curriculum within the first year of employment; trainings will occur during standard hours (8:00 AM to 4:00 PM). Minimum of 40 hours of training annually thereafter. Required trainings include Ethics and Boundaries, Suicide Prevention, First Aid/CPR/AED, Safe Crisis Management, PREA, DCF Mandated Reporting, and additional job-specific trainings. Safe Crisis Management training includes verbal de-escalation and physical restraint methods to maintain safety of youth and staff during crises. Work environment notes: position may involve exposure to assaultive or abusive behavior from youth and potential risk of injury. Exposure to communicable diseases is possible. Responsibilities
Provide direct supervision and care; assist youth with daily activities including school and groups. Maintain a safe, strengths-based, gender-responsive, trauma-informed, linguistically appropriate and culturally sensitive environment. Promote a culture of respect, empathy, mutual support and belonging; work to eliminate unconscious bias or discrimination. Maintain accountability for the location of youth; know and implement agency/program policies and procedures. Mediates and resolves youth problems using relational and strengths-based approaches; follow policies and procedures. Utilize approved verbal and/or physical de-escalation techniques as needed; maintain communication with necessary parties. Use program behavior motivational procedures as needed; conduct DBT coaching and groups to address negative behaviors. Monitor youth visiting; maintain professional boundaries with youth and families/visitors. Maintain and complete accurate logs and forms; facilitate therapeutic programming under supervision. Reinforce individual treatment plans and assist with discharge planning as part of the REGIONS treatment team. Conduct counts and safety checks; complete internal and external facility security tasks. Complete pre-post assignments and knowledge of universal precautions related to risk of communicable diseases. Serve as a positive role model; establish professional boundaries with staff, youth and providers. Participate in required trainings; conduct – and participate in – security procedures as needed. Occasionally conduct “Pat Downs” of youth and visitors to maintain security. Perform other duties as required. Applicants must be able and willing to work evening and/or night shifts, weekends and holidays. Mandatory overtime is likely. An Equal Opportunity Employer Committed to Affirmative Action
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Youth Mentor 2nd Shift REGIONS Staff Secure Residential Treatment Program for Male Youth – Hartford, CT. Shift (4:00 PM – 12:00 AM). Compensation: $23.27/hour. Agency Description One of the oldest organizations of its kind in the country, Community Partners in Action (CPA) was founded nearly 150 years ago to champion criminal justice reform and advocate for preserving the dignity of those in and out of prison. Through our programs that include reentry and housing, youth initiatives, a nationally recognized Prison Arts Program, and holistic alternatives to incarceration, we provide a long-term impact that positively transforms individuals and society at large. Annually serving nearly 7,000 individuals throughout Connecticut, our work is possible due to partnerships with and support from individuals, government, private funders, organizations, and businesses. What CPA Brings To The Table
A culture of belonging, equity, diversity and inclusion for all employees Medical and Dental insurance through Cigna 401k Eligibility after 60 Days of Employment Life Insurance, Short and Long Term Disability at NO cost to you Generous Vacation, Personal, and Sick Time 13 Paid Holidays A commitment to employee health & wellness The opportunity to make a difference and be a part of a team dedicated to systemic change and criminal justice reform Program Description
The REGIONS Staff Secure Program is a residential treatment program for up to 8 male youth. The mission is to provide a home-like, trauma-informed, culturally responsive, gender-specific, linguistically appropriate, strengths-based, and relationship-driven milieu to help youth improve their social, physical and emotional well-being. The treatment aims to reduce risk factors and support successful reintegration into the community. The program emphasizes individualized care that helps youth develop a positive self-image, learn coping skills, experience success, build relationships, and re-enter their communities better prepared to succeed. The youth may have a higher violence risk but it is not likely to be chronic. They are amenable to treatment and are not expected to pose ongoing safety risks to the public. Position Requirements
High school diploma/GED or higher with experience working with at-risk or court-involved adolescents and in residential treatment programs. Associate or bachelor’s degree in criminal justice with related internship may be considered in lieu of work experience. Understanding of gender-specific, trauma-informed, culturally responsive and linguistically appropriate issues. Strong interpersonal, communication, emotional intelligence, decision-making and crisis management skills. Ability to interact effectively with a multi-cultural population. Must share the belief that people can change and deserve quality services and opportunities to succeed. Valid CT driver’s license and reliable transportation; ability to transport clients to appointments and into the community. Capacity to become medication and Safe Crisis Management (SCM) certified; willingness to work additional hours/overtime as needed. Bi-lingual ability (Spanish/English) preferred; candidates with lived experience are encouraged to apply. Training Requirements And Work Environment Conditions
Mandatory 120-hour training curriculum within the first year of employment; trainings will occur during standard hours (8:00 AM to 4:00 PM). Minimum of 40 hours of training annually thereafter. Required trainings include Ethics and Boundaries, Suicide Prevention, First Aid/CPR/AED, Safe Crisis Management, PREA, DCF Mandated Reporting, and additional job-specific trainings. Safe Crisis Management training includes verbal de-escalation and physical restraint methods to maintain safety of youth and staff during crises. Work environment notes: position may involve exposure to assaultive or abusive behavior from youth and potential risk of injury. Exposure to communicable diseases is possible. Responsibilities
Provide direct supervision and care; assist youth with daily activities including school and groups. Maintain a safe, strengths-based, gender-responsive, trauma-informed, linguistically appropriate and culturally sensitive environment. Promote a culture of respect, empathy, mutual support and belonging; work to eliminate unconscious bias or discrimination. Maintain accountability for the location of youth; know and implement agency/program policies and procedures. Mediates and resolves youth problems using relational and strengths-based approaches; follow policies and procedures. Utilize approved verbal and/or physical de-escalation techniques as needed; maintain communication with necessary parties. Use program behavior motivational procedures as needed; conduct DBT coaching and groups to address negative behaviors. Monitor youth visiting; maintain professional boundaries with youth and families/visitors. Maintain and complete accurate logs and forms; facilitate therapeutic programming under supervision. Reinforce individual treatment plans and assist with discharge planning as part of the REGIONS treatment team. Conduct counts and safety checks; complete internal and external facility security tasks. Complete pre-post assignments and knowledge of universal precautions related to risk of communicable diseases. Serve as a positive role model; establish professional boundaries with staff, youth and providers. Participate in required trainings; conduct – and participate in – security procedures as needed. Occasionally conduct “Pat Downs” of youth and visitors to maintain security. Perform other duties as required. Applicants must be able and willing to work evening and/or night shifts, weekends and holidays. Mandatory overtime is likely. An Equal Opportunity Employer Committed to Affirmative Action
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