Work Release Advocate & Resident Support

Community Partners in Action; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 25,571 - 36,420; Full time

Job summary

Community Partners in Action is seeking a Human Services Worker for the Work Release Program in Hartford, CT. The role supports residents transitioning back into the community, with duties emphasizing safety, accountability, and professional conduct.

Responsibilities include intake, incident reporting, and collaboration with the Program Manager to ensure program fidelity. A high school diploma or higher is required, with bilingual Spanish/English being a plus; valid CT driver’s license is

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; associates or bachelor's degree preferred.
• Experience in human services with justice-involved clients preferred.
• Bilingual Spanish/English desired.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and monitor resident activities in a safe environment; de-escalation as needed.
• Advocate for participants; encourage program participation and accountability.
• Act as mediator to resolve resident conflicts in a solutions-focused manner.
• Maintain professional boundaries with residents, staff, volunteers, and visitors at all times.
• Serve as a positive role model and uphold program guidelines and ethics.

Skills

Crisis management

Multicultural interaction

De-escalation techniques

CT driver's license

Education

High School diploma/GED

Associates or Bachelor degree

Job description

Community Partners in Action is seeking a Human Services Worker for the Work Release Program in Hartford, CT. The role supports residents transitioning back into the community, with duties emphasizing safety, accountability, and professional conduct.

Responsibilities include intake, incident reporting, and collaboration with the Program Manager to ensure program fidelity. A high school diploma or higher is required, with bilingual Spanish/English being a plus; valid CT driver’s license is