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Youth Worker: Grant House- 6780

Community Health Resources, Coventry, Connecticut, us, 06238

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Youth Worker: Grant House- 6780 Employment Type

Full-time, 40 hours/wk Schedule

Saturday-Wednesday 12AM-8AM Program / Location

Grant House, Coventry, CT Position Overview

Community based group home providing 24-hr staffing and a built in therapeutic component for 6 boys, aged 13 to 18, who have experienced trauma and loss and who have serious emotional and behavioral problems. Most of the boys referred to Grant House have been in hospitals or other residential treatment facilities before coming to CHR. The home allows the boys to live in a more normal, home-like setting within the community while providing the structure, services and treatment they need to be safe, to heal and to grow. Position Highlights

Great way to get your foot in the mental health field. Opportunity to grow your skills and take part in trainings. Grow invaluable relationships with the clients. Duties & Responsibilities

Maintains physical environment and program standards set by funders, accreditors, and agency policies. Monitor self‑administration of client medications in accordance with the agency medication policies and procedure as program may require. Effectively utilizes appropriate communication methods/tools to collaborate with co‑workers and clients. Teaches and assists all residents in areas of developmentally appropriate activities of daily living. Assists/Manages administrative functions and tasks at the direction of the supervisor. Prepares and facilitates educational and skill building groups and one‑to‑one intervention as directed by the treatment plan. Collaborates and coordinates 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. Compensation

Starting at $20.00/hr min., and up commensurate upon experience. Actual rates are determined at the time of offer and are based on relevant experience and internal equity, as well as, adherence to our internal equity policy. Many of our positions offer program/location differentials and/or sign‑on incentives. Equal Opportunity Statement

CHR is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage all to apply. Take the First Step

Take the first step to a meaningful career and apply to CHR today!

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