Community Health Resources·Coventry, Connecticut
Provide 24-hour staffing and therapeutic support for boys with serious emotional and behavioral problems in a group home setting. Responsibilities include monitoring medication, facilitating skill-building groups, and assisting residents with daily living activities.
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Job title: Youth Worker
Employment type: Per-diem
Scheduled hours: Per-diem
Program/Location: Grant House, Coventry, CT
About the program: Grant House
OBA community-based group home which provides 24-hour staffing and a built in therapeutic component for 6 boys, aged 13 to 18, who have experienced trauma and loss and who have serious emotional and behavioral problems. Most of the boys referred to Grant House have been in hospitals or other residential treatment facilities before coming to CHR. The home allows the boys to live in a more normal, home-like setting within the community while providing the structure, services and treatment they need to be safe, to heal and to grow.
About the Position: Youth Worker
Position Highlights
Great way to get your foot in the mental health field.
Opportunity to grow your skills and take part of trainings.
Grow invaluable relationships with the clients.
High diploma or GED required.
Two years’ experience working with a relevant population preferred.
Valid driver’s license required with good driving record.
Why Join CHR?
• Proudly recognized as a Top Workplace for 12 consecutive years!
• Enjoy ample paid time off, including a special day off for your birthday!
• Benefit from contributions to your 403b Retirement Plan.
• Competitive premiums with added discounts on pet, auto, and home insurance!
Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs.
Student loan repayment assistance (Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Nurse Corps, NHSC/HRSA at select sites).
Exclusive tuition discounts for CHR employees at several local colleges/universities.
FREE robust training curriculum, featuring our brand-new Clinical Training Series for interactive learning, practical skill enhancement, and professional growth!
Clinical supervision and/or mentoring available at many programs.
Internal career fairs: connect with recruiters to discuss your career aspirations and the various opportunities available within our over 80 programs statewide.
Annual wellness stipend.
FREE premium subscription to the Calm app, for employees and their families.
Fun activities like coloring contests, lunch & learns, office seasonal decorating contests, employee appreciation events, and more!
Up to 6 FREE confidential counseling sessions per issue, per year, for individuals, couples, & families through our EAP program.
Exciting learning collaborative fostering diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
Join employee-led resource groups, DEI Council, and Wellness Committee.
Participate in leadership luncheons with our CEO and various agency committees!
• Weekly video updates from our CEO and monthly newsletters to keep you in the loop.
• Many benefits are available to all staff, regardless of the hours worked, with some subject to eligibility.
Join us at CHR and be part of an exciting, supportive, and dynamic workplace where your growth and well-being are our top priorities!
$19.00/hr
*Our per diem and fee for service positions offer a flat hourly rate.
CHR is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage all to apply.
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A high school diploma or GED is required, along with a valid driver's license and a good driving record. Two years of experience working with a relevant population is preferred.
Market context
Youth worker roles in Connecticut often draw steady interest because agencies need staff who can support young people in structured, community-based settings. This role is competitive for candidates with a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, a clean driving record, and experience with a relevant population; the listed benefits include EAP, PTO, health insurance, tuition reimbursement, and pet insurance. Before applying, confirm your schedule flexibility and review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time versus reading the full posting.