Youth Worker — Growth & Training in Behavioral Health

Community Health Resources; Norwich (CT); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

403(b) Retirement Plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Community Health Resources (CHR) seeks a Youth Worker for the Rose Center in Norwich, CT. This per-diem role supports youth in acute emotional or psychiatric crises, focusing on rapid de-escalation, stabilization, and connection to ongoing care.

You will assist residents with daily living activities, coordinate with families and providers, and participate in educational groups and treatment planning. CHR offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Education: High diploma or GED required.
• Experience: Two years’ experience working with a relevant population preferred.
• Licensure/Certification/Registration: Valid driver’s license required with good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Maintains physical environment and program standards set by funders, accreditors, and agency policies.
• Monitor self-administration of client medications in accordance with the agency medication policies and procedure as program may require.
• Effectively utilizes appropriate communication methods/tools to effectively collaborate with co-workers and clients.
• Teaches and assists all residents in areas of developmentally appropriate activities of daily living.
• Assists/Manages administrative functions and tasks at the direction of the supervisor.
• Prepares and facilitates educational and skill building groups and one to one intervention as directed by the treatment plan.
• Collaborates and coordinate care with providers and families as needed.
• Assists residents in addressing medical and psychiatric needs.
• Maintains documentation in compliance with agency and program standards.
• Participates in staff meetings, supervision, trainings, and other meetings as assigned.
• Additional duties as required.

Education

High diploma or GED

Job description

Community Health Resources (CHR) seeks a Youth Worker for the Rose Center in Norwich, CT. This per-diem role supports youth in acute emotional or psychiatric crises, focusing on rapid de-escalation, stabilization, and connection to ongoing care.

You will assist residents with daily living activities, coordinate with families and providers, and participate in educational groups and treatment planning. CHR offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional development.