Immediate Start - Day Program Counselor - February 26, 2024 (Kv)

ARE YOU LOOKING TO IMPACT A CHILD’S LIFE?

ARE YOU LOOKING TO USE YOUR PAST GAINED EXPERIENCE TO HELP MAKE CHILDREN SUCCESSFUL NO MATTER THE CHALLENGES THEY MAY FACE?

ARE YOUR LOOKING TO START A NEW ADVENTURE IN YOUR CAREER?

Then we would love to invite you to check out the programs we offer at Adelbrook Behavioral and Developmental Services. Adelbrook provides a supportive and collaborative environment encompassing a variety of professionals and disciplines with one goal in mind; meeting the unique needs of our residents. Adelbrook is an approved provider of the Connecticut Department of Developmental Services (DDS) and Connecticut Department of Children and Families (DCF).

About the Program

Here at Adelbrook Developmental & Behavioral Service’s we provide services and support necessary to assist our population with daily living, school, employment and social activities.

About our Benefits

Adelbrook offers its employees competitive salaries, high quality/ low cost health insurance, generous paid time off, a matching retirement savings plan, and life insurance. Additionally, Adelbrook also supports continuing education with tuition reimbursement and matching loan/ loan forgiveness programs.

Job Summary

This position works closely with the Administrator and Vocational Teacher to assist students with their development of interviewing techniques, job skills and professional social skills while they are at their job sites. Transports students to job interviews, tours and work sites after they have secured a job. Monitors student behaviors while working and reports any problems to the Administrators or Vocational Teacher. Maintains confidentiality of all student information, and performs other duties assigned by the Administrator or Vocational Teacher. This position ensures safety for everyone in the environment by being prepared and able to implement therapeutic crisis interventions (based on individualized behavioral programs) to include hands-on physical interventions as required.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Candidates must have a high school diploma/GED equivalent in junction with successful completion of the School Paraprofessional Certification. This requirement is required upon hire Candidates with two or more years of experience as a child support personnel in a school setting are preferred. Strong behavior management skills and experience is preferred. Knowledge of Autism Spectrum Disorders and Intellectual & Behavioral Disorders must be demonstrated. Candidates must have a positive attitude, good communication skills, demonstrated good judgment and ability to establish effective rapport with students, families, and all colleagues. The ability to work with students and colleagues from diverse ethnic, economic, educational, and religious backgrounds is requisite as is commitment to exceeding standards of professional & ethical practices and responsibilities. This position requires a valid Driver’s License and an ‘A’ Endorsement by the CT Department of Transportation.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.50 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person