Evening Child Development Specialist - Trauma-Informed Care

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

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Staff recognition programs

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

The Village for Families and Children in Hartford, CT is hiring a Child Development Specialist to join a multidisciplinary team. You will support treatment, supervise daily routines, and reinforce coping strategies in a 24-bed PRTF setting.

Starting hourly rate is $20.50 with differential pay for evening hours (3 PM–7 AM). A HS diploma and driver’s license are required; relevant certifications are preferred. This role emphasizes trauma-informed care and family-centered outcomes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a related field is a plus.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Experience in human services or working with children with special needs preferred.
• Knowledge of child development and the impact of trauma, abuse, and neglect.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong cultural competence and ability to work with diverse populations.
• Ability to remain calm, manage stress, and respond safely in crisis or emergency situations.
• Physically able to supervise children and perform job duties, including physical interventions (holds) when necessary.

Responsibilities

• Support treatment and educational needs of children with trauma-related challenges.
• Implements therapeutic behavior management strategies.
• Teaches and reinforces healthy coping skills aligned with treatment goals.
• Oversees daily routines (hygiene, meals, structure).
• Facilitates and participates in recreational group activities.
• Provides continuous supervision to ensure physical and emotional safety.
• Builds therapeutic relationships to support emotional regulation and prosocial skills.
• Transports clients to appointments or community activities.

Education

High School Diploma / related degree

Medication Administration Certification

Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI)

First Aid & CPR (American Red Cross)

Defensive Driving

Safe Food Handling

Situational Awareness

Risking Connection

Job description

The Village for Families and Children in Hartford, CT is hiring a Child Development Specialist to join a multidisciplinary team. You will support treatment, supervise daily routines, and reinforce coping strategies in a 24-bed PRTF setting.

Starting hourly rate is $20.50 with differential pay for evening hours (3 PM–7 AM). A HS diploma and driver’s license are required; relevant certifications are preferred. This role emphasizes trauma-informed care and family-centered outcomes.