Evening Trauma-Informed Child Development Specialist

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

Job summary

The Village for Families and Children in Hartford, CT is seeking a Child Development Specialist to join a multidisciplinary treatment team. The role focuses on supporting behavioral health care for children and families in a residential-treatment context.

Starting hourly rate is 20.50 with differential pay for hours from 3 PM to 7 AM. The shift is 2:30-11:00 PM, designed to cover critical after-school and evening care.

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 (with or without reasonable accommodation).

Responsibilities

• Supports 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 safety.
• Builds therapeutic relationships to support emotional regulation and prosocial skills.
• Transports clients to appointments or community activities.

Skills

Driver's license

Human services experience

Trauma-informed care

Crisis management

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Cultural competence

Education

High school diploma

College degree preferred

Job description

The Village for Families and Children in Hartford, CT is seeking a Child Development Specialist to join a multidisciplinary treatment team. The role focuses on supporting behavioral health care for children and families in a residential-treatment context.

Starting hourly rate is 20.50 with differential pay for hours from 3 PM to 7 AM. The shift is 2:30-11:00 PM, designed to cover critical after-school and evening care.