Young Adult Services (YAS) Coach - Hartford

CHD Brand; Connecticut; On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The Center for Human Development (CHD) seeks a Young Adult Services Coach (YAS Coach) to join our Hartford team. This role supervises coaching clients and assists with daily activities to support independence and recovery.

You will implement treatment plans using Motivational Interviewing, provide transportation when needed, document client interactions, and maintain communication with clinicians and the Manager to ensure progress and quality service.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Experience with psychiatric disorders or co-occurring population preferred
• Basic computer skills including the willingness to learn agency specific computer programs
• Registered & insured vehicle available for work purposes
• Approved criminal background and driving check

Responsibilities

• Supervise coaching clients and assist them with daily activities
• Provide transportation and support activities that promote independence and recovery
• Document client interactions and maintain communication with clinicians and the Manager to ensure progress

Skills

Willingness to learn agency software

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Agency computer programs

Job description

Job Category: Direct Service

Requisition Number: DIREC006489

• Posted : November 3, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Adult Mental Health - Connecticut
Hartford, CT 06106, USA

Description

The Center for Human Development, (CHD) is seeking a Young Adult Services Coach (YAS Coach) to join our team in Hartford, CT. Our residential and coaching staff establish life-changing relationships with our participants and provide opportunities to optimize their independence, rehabilitation and recovery.

Your role as a Young Adult Services Coach :

The YAS Coach role involves supervising coaching clients and assisting them with their daily activities through fieldwork. They will implement treatment plans as specified by the primary service provider, using the Motivational Interviewing model to assess needs, provide guidance, and encourage personal growth. The YAS Coach will assist consumers with daily activities, including providing transportation, and engage in activities that promote self-esteem, social skills, and resiliency, while ensuring service delivery aligns with policies. This role is responsible for documenting client interactions and maintaining regular communication with clinicians and the Manager to ensure smooth operation and client progress.

REQUIRMENTS:

• High School diploma or GED required
• Bachelors degree from an accredited educational institution preferred
• Experience working with psychiatric disorders or co-occurring population preferred
• Basic computer skills including the willingness to learn agency specific computer programs
• Registered & insured vehicle available for work purposes
• Approved criminal background and driving check

SUCCESS FACTORS:

The YAS Coach should actively support the philosophy of the Agency and maintain a high level of commitment to program consumers and staff. Personality traits should include:

• Cheerful, outward-going personality
• High energy level
• Philosophical commitment to the concept of human potential
• Supportive and goal orientated
• Assertive and confident
• Performs well under stress and in the event of crisis
• Open, direct interpersonal style; works well as a team member
• Able to separate personal values from consumer issues
• Able to uphold professional boundaries

SCHEDULE:

Days on: Sunday 6:00am-2:00pm, Monday 10:00am-6:00pm, Tuesday 10:00am-6:00pm, Thursday 10:00am-6:00pm, Friday 10:00am-6:00pm. Days off: Wednesday and Saturday.

Take advantage of a competitive compensation package starting at $20.00/hr. As well as a phenomenal benefit package that includes, Dental, Health and Life insurance. Paid time off, earned vacation time and paid holidays just to name a few.

AT CENTER FOR HUMAN DEVELOPMENT (CHD) CARE FINDS A WAY:

The Center for Human Development (CHD) provides a broad range of high quality, community-oriented human services dedicated to promoting, enhancing, and protecting the dignity and welfare of people in need. At CHD we are celebrating differences, inclusion is not just a policy- it is a daily practice. Multicultural, multilingual, and fluent in sign language, CHD is a reflection of those we serve.

CONNECT WITH OUR TEAM TODAY!

If this sounds like the right job for you, do not wait - apply today to join our team. We look forward to hearing from you!

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Vetera ns/Individuals with Disabilities

Preferred

CPR Certif, Current

Expert

First Aid Certif, Current

Expert

Medication Admin, Current

Expert

Education

Preferred

High School or better.

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