Human Services Worker - Transitional House

About the role

Community Partners in Action (CPA) is one of the oldest organizations of its kind in the country, founded nearly 150 years ago to champion criminal justice reform and advocate for preserving the dignity of those in and out of prison. CPA provides a wide range of programs including reentry and housing, youth initiatives, a nationally recognized Prison Arts Program, and holistic alternatives to incarceration.

Program Description

The Waterbury Transitional House (WTH) provides men with a supervised structured, residential environment that is safe and supportive. WTH is a stable atmosphere that enhances the efforts of the residents and staff to effect positive changes in resident’s behavior and decision making. The program promotes responsibility and accountability while reinforcing the values of tolerance, respect, cooperation, and concern during the men’s stay, while meeting the needs of the referral source.

Position Requirements

• A High School diploma/GED, associate or bachelor's degree
• Prior experience working in the human services field with justice involved clients with substance abuse, mental health or other behavior issues is preferred
• Ability to interact with multi-cultural populations
• Crisis management skills
• Share the belief that people can change and individuals in need deserve quality services and an opportunity for recovery
• Valid CT driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Ability to work weekends, holidays and additional hours as needed
• Bilingual ability (Spanish/English) desired

Essential Functions and Basic Duties

• Supervise and monitor resident activities in compliance with program policies, including morning wake-up and completion of resident chores
• Ensure a safe and secure environment for all utilizing appropriate de-escalation and behavior motivation techniques
• Be an advocate for all participants encouraging program participation and accountability
• Proactively act as a mediator when necessary to effectively resolve resident conflicts in a solutions focused manner
• Maintain professional boundaries with residents, staff, volunteers, family members/visitors and providers at all times
• Serve as positive role model following program guidelines for professional conduct and code of ethics and always maintain a professional image when interacting with supervisors, staff, residents and visitors, or answering phones
• Assist with meeting resident needs as necessary and appropriate
• Possess knowledge of and implement all agency/program policies and procedures governing facility operations including:
• Key Controls
• Head Count
• Facility Rounds
• Monitoring of client locations and visitors
• Emergency Procedures
• Inspections
• Maintain shift log indicating incidents that occur, immediately reporting all incidents to Program Manager, Residential Supervisor or to on-call personnel. As required, complete incident reports
• Ensure all visitors have proper identification prior to entering the facility
• Search all bags brought in or out of the facility, conducting pat and pocket searches on residential clients
• Conduct client intake/admission and orientation after hours
• Conduct random drug testing and breathalyzers
• Complete all necessary documentation accurately and in a timely manner
• Must be familiar with universal precautions and related issues including risk of communicable diseases
• Remain constantly alert during all shifts for any situation that may jeopardize the safety of residents, staff, visitors and/or the community
• Engage in all staff meetings and training offered to enhance professional development (required/non-required)
• Perform all other duties as required

Compensation

$21.00 Per Hour

Benefits

• Medical and Dental insurance through Cigna
• 401k Eligibility after 60 Days of Employment
• Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability at NO cost to you
• Generous Vacation, Personal, and Sick Time
• 13 Paid Holidays
• A commitment to employee health & wellness
• The opportunity to make a difference and be a part of a team dedicated to systemic change and criminal justice reform