Crisis-Stabilization Child Development Specialist

The Village For Families & Children; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Paid time off

Retirement savings

Tuition assistance

Job summary

The Village for Families and Children in Hartford, CT is seeking a Sub-Acute Crisis Stabilization Child Development Specialist. Join a multidisciplinary team to support youth with behavioral health crises through evidence-based therapy and family-centered care.

Responsibilities include ensuring safety, implementing therapeutic techniques, documenting incidents, coordinating with parents and external professionals, and helping youth regain stability for successful return to home, school, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred; Associate degree or high school diploma considered.
• Must obtain and maintain Public Service License/ V Endorsement; Medication Administration Certification; Therapeutic Crisis Intervention Certification; American Red Cross First Aid and CPR Certification; Defensive Driving Certification; Safe Food Handling Certification.
• Experience in human services with children with special needs is preferred.
• Knowledge of basic child development and related safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the safety of children in all situations using supervision and the Therapeutic Crisis Intervention techniques.
• Record and document critical information in a timely manner.
• Communicate with parents/guardians in a professional and timely manner.
• Coordinate with external professionals (e.g. teachers, DCF workers) as needed.
• Provide safe transportation to and from program activities.
• Support children’s social, recreational and behavioral development.

Skills

Child development knowledge

Cultural competence

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s Degree strongly preferred

Associates Degree or High School diploma considered

Job description

The Village for Families and Children in Hartford, CT is seeking a Sub-Acute Crisis Stabilization Child Development Specialist. Join a multidisciplinary team to support youth with behavioral health crises through evidence-based therapy and family-centered care.

Responsibilities include ensuring safety, implementing therapeutic techniques, documenting incidents, coordinating with parents and external professionals, and helping youth regain stability for successful return to home, school, and