YAS Coach - Torrington
About this role
The Center for Human Development, (CHD) is seeking a Young Adult Services (YAS) Coach to join our team in the Torrington, CT area. Our residential, outreach, and direct care staff establish life-changing relationships with our participants and provide opportunities to optimize their independence, rehabilitation and recovery.
The Young Adult Services (YAS) Coach provides intense, one on one, support to consumers identified by the Western CT Mental Health Network Torrington Office Young Adult Program. These individuals are in need of increased guidance to assist them in assimilating into their community while understanding their rights and adhering to the responsibilities of independent living. The position exists under the joint collaboration of CHD and The Western Connecticut Mental Health Network (WCMHN) Torrington Office Young Adult Program.
REQUIRMENTS:
- High school diploma or GED required
- Experience working with psychiatric disorders or co-occurring population preferred
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited educational institution preferred
- Registered & insured vehicle and approved driving record check
- Approved criminal background check (CORI)
SUCCESS FACTORS:
The YAS Coach should actively support the philosophy of the Agency and maintain a high level of commitment to program consumers and staff. Personality traits should include:
- Cheerful, outward-going personality
- High energy level
- Philosophical commitment to the concept of human potential
- Supportive and goal orientated
- Assertive and confident
- Performs well under stress and in the event of crisis
- Open, direct interpersonal style; works well as a team member
- Able to separate personal values from consumer issues
- Able to uphold professional boundaries
SCHEDULE:
1st shift, 8:30am-4:30pm. Days on: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday. Days off: Saturday, Sunday.
Take advantage of a competitive compensation package starting at $20.00/hr. As well as a phenomenal benefit package that includes, Dental, Health and Life insurance. Paid time off, earned vacation time and paid holidays just to name a few.
AT CENTER FOR HUMAN DEVELOPMENT (CHD) CARE FINDS A WAY:
The Center for Human Development (CHD) provides a broad range of high quality, community-oriented human services dedicated to promoting, enhancing, and protecting the dignity and welfare of people in need. At CHD we are celebrating differences, inclusion is not just a policy- it is a daily practice. Multicultural, multilingual, and fluent in sign language, CHD is a reflection of those we serve.
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If this sounds like the right job for you, do not wait - apply today to join our team. We look forward to hearing from you!
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
Company at a glance
The Center for Human Development, Inc. (CHD) provides a broad range of high quality, community-oriented human services dedicated to promoting, enhancing, and protecting the dignity and welfare of people in need.
With over 70 programs and services, CHD is Western Massachusetts’ largest and most successful social service organization, delivering a broad array of critical services with proven effectiveness, integrity and compassion. CHD has been helping people build strong, productive relationships since 1972. Each year, our community based social service and behavioral health programs reach over 18,000 people in Western Massachusetts and Connecticut. We currently employ more than 1,400 professionals across all of our locations. Working in local communities, and partnering with local agencies, we provide focused, personalized services that promote real and lasting change.
CHD is driven by a focus on excellence and a spirit of innovation. As a non-profit organization, our only motivation is helping people create successful lives. All of our relationships are rooted in respect – for our clients, for the communities we are honored to serve, for our colleagues, and for all the lives we touch.
Top Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Earned vacation time
- Paid holidays
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