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The Village for Families & Children · 3 weeks ago

Child Development Specialist- Eagle House (Tues-Sat 12p-8:30p)

Hartford, CT

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$20.50/hr - $20.50/hr

3+ years exp

The Village for Families & Children is a recognized agency dedicated to supporting families and children facing challenges. The Child Development Specialist will be a vital part of a multi-disciplinary team, focusing on the treatment and education of children with emotional and behavioral issues, ensuring their physical and emotional needs are met while facilitating their academic and social development.

Health CareNon ProfitSocial

Responsibilities

Maintain the safety of children in all situations using supervision and the implementation of various therapeutic techniques, including Therapeutic Crisis Intervention

Maintain a safe, clean and dignified milieu environment

Serve as a healthy role model

Demonstrate techniques that enhance problem solving abilities and enable growth and maturity

Understand and relay relevant information

Record and document critical information in a timely matter

Communicate with parents/guardians in a professional and timely matter

Communicate with coworkers in a professional and timely matter

Communicate with external professionals (e.g. Teachers, DCF Workers) in a professional and timely manner

Manage and assist in the modification of child behavior

Maintain appropriate certifications (see Licensure Requirements below)

Provide safe transportation to and from program activities

Conduct oneself in a professional, courteous manner in all job-related interactions

Interact with children in a positive, nurturing, therapeutic manner

Facilitate or co-facilitate therapeutic groups

Participate in program meetings, agency meetings, supervision and training events as deemed appropriate by supervisor

Conduct any other related work to ensure that the physical and emotional needs of the children are met and that the program continues to operate effectively

May be required to work in other programs as needed

Qualification

Therapeutic Crisis Intervention CertificationMedication Administration CertificationFirst AidCPR CertificationChild developmentSpecial needs childrenMulti-disciplinary team collaborationCultural competenceStress managementGeneral computer skillsCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's Degree strongly preferred; Associates Degree or High School diploma considered

Valid driver's license and the capacity to attain or maintain a Public Service License, Medication Administration Certification, Therapeutic Crisis Intervention Certification, American Red Cross First Aid and CPR Certification, Defensive Driving Certification, Safe Food Handling Certification

Three years in human service field or experience working with special needs children

Knowledge of basic child development, issues related to the effects of abuse and neglect

Must be able to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team

Must be culturally competent to serve a diverse population

Must have the ability to manage stress and to respond to emergency situations safely and calmly

Proficient with word processing and spreadsheet applications

Possess solid general computer skills, including ability to work in a Windows XP environment

Physically able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations

Benefits

Staff of the Month (gift card rewards)

Perfect Attendance Awards

Staff appreciation events (agency wide and program specific) throughout the year with food and prizes

Appreciation shout-outs in emails and weekly newsletter

Culture and Connection Committee - staff driven group that creates and participates in the implementation of staff engagement activities and groups to create a collaborative, mutually supportive and personally rewarding work environment.

Tuition reimbursement

On the floor coaching and development

Opportunity for career growth and mentorship

Regular upward assessments to provide feedback on employee needs

Employee Assistance Program - includes free counseling services.