DBT‑Focused Residential Coach (First Shift, Per Diem)

Community Solutions; Plainville (CT); On-site; USD 24,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Retirement plan with company 1:

Ongoing training

Job summary

Community Solutions Inc. (CSI) is seeking a First Shift Residential Coach (Per Diem) in Plainville, CT to provide direct supervision, daily care, and support services for adolescent females in Lisa’s House.

The role supports DBT-based interventions and coordinated activities with families. The position offers per diem hours with primarily first shift work and a starting wage of $21.51 per hour plus shift differentials.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree preferred in Human Service or related field, with at least six months of relevant experience, or, in lieu of a degree, a minimum of two years of professional experience in human services
• Must be familiar with gender‑responsive, relational, strengths‑based and trauma‑informed approaches
• Must be able to work with challenging youth and families

Responsibilities

• Performs duties involving care, custody, maintenance, educational and recreational planning and facilitation for youth in alignment with program’s therapeutic model
• Counsels and advises girls in groups and individually by modeling appropriate behavior and encouraging girls to establish and develop effective, positive, interpersonal relationships
• Contributes to a safe program community and culture
• Facilitates daily focus and skills development groups
• Develops and promotes gender-specific approaches
• Maintains a gender-specific, relational, culturally competent, and strength‑based culture within the program environment

Skills

Counseling

Group facilitation

Crisis intervention

Education

Associate’s Degree preferred in Human Service or related field

Tools

Spanish language skills

Job description

Community Solutions Inc. (CSI) is seeking a First Shift Residential Coach (Per Diem) in Plainville, CT to provide direct supervision, daily care, and support services for adolescent females in Lisa’s House.

The role supports DBT-based interventions and coordinated activities with families. The position offers per diem hours with primarily first shift work and a starting wage of $21.51 per hour plus shift differentials.