Teen Support Specialist

2 weeks ago


Winchester, Nevada, United States CJR Full time
Teen Support Specialist - Job# 300
Winchester, CT 06098
40 hours per week - $18.12 per hour

Mon, Tues 2pm-10m, Fri, Sat 10pm-10am

About This Job:
The Teen 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
Qualifications:
  • 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 - Required
  • Flexible hours and evenings
Shift and Rate of Pay:
  • Full-time 40 hours per week $18.12 per hour
    • Monday and Tuesday 2:00pm-10pm
    • Wednesday off
    • Thursday and Friday 10:00pm-10:00am
    • Saturday and Sunday off
  • Additional shifts can be picked up and are overtime eligible
Benefits:
At CJR, we pride ourselves on creating a compassionate, culturally responsive work environment and offering a comprehensive benefits package that encourages and supports a healthy work/life balance. Joining our team, full-time employees will enjoy the following benefits:
  • 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
About CJR:
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

CJR is 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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