TSEA Specialist: Transitional Support for Emerging Adults- 7395

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JOB TITLE:                         TSEA Specialist

EMPLOYMENT TYPE:      Full-time, 40 hours/week

SCHEDULED HOURS:      Monday-Friday, Flexible between 8AM-8PM

PROGRAM/LOCATION:  Transitional Support for Emerging Adults, East Hartford

*this is a hybrid/remote position providing coverage for primarily Fairfield County

PC:                                       3220

ABOUT THE PROGRAM: Transitional Support for Emerging Adults (TSEA)

The TSEA program helps young adults leaving the foster care system successfully transition into adulthood. A successful transition includes maintaining stable and suitable housing, remaining free from legal involvement, participating in an educational/vocational program, and development of life skills necessary to become a successful citizen. 

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Understands specific model and uses concepts when appropriate to aid clients in understanding and managing their symptoms.
• Maintains family and other collateral contacts to ensure quality, client-centered services.
• Assesses and involves natural supports in treatment planning and discharge processes whenever possible.
• Provides case management, clinical, and crisis intervention supports as indicated. Works in close collaboration with assigned clinician in event of crisis.
• Demonstrates competency in topics of child development, substance use, and provides trauma sensitive and culturally competent care.
• Uses EMR to document all services and contacts with clients, collateral contacts and appointments.
• Attends all model required meetings and agency trainings.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in human services required.

Experience: At least one (1) year related experience in counseling and or case management is required. For identified positions, bilingual capacity may be required.

Licensure/Certification/Registration: Valid driver’s license.

Training: Will attend all required program trainings.

Why Join CHR?

Be part of an exciting, supportive, and dynamic workplace where your growth and well-being are our top priorities!

• Comprehensive benefits packages include health insurance, ample paid time off (including your birthday!), employer contributions to your 403b Retirement Plan, and competitive insurance premiums with added discounts on pet, home and auto!
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs, including exclusive tuition discounts for CHR employees at several local colleges/universities
• Career development opportunities! FREE robust training curriculum, featuring our Clinical Training Series for interactive learning, practical skill enhancement, and professional growth! Clinical supervision and/or mentoring offered at several programs
• Wellness program: Annual wellness stipend, FREE premium subscription to the Calm app, 6 FREE confidential counseling sessions through our Employee Assistance Program
• Employee appreciation and involvement, including contests, lunch & learns (meet with our CEO!), employee appreciation events, employee-led resource groups open to all, and more!

And so much more! (Many benefits are available to all staff, regardless of the hours worked, with some subject to eligibility)

COMPENSATION*:

$20.30/hour min-$26.9735/hour max

*Actual rates are determined at the time of offer and are based on relevant experience and internal equity, as well as, adherence to our internal equity policy. Many of our positions offer program/location differentials and/or sign-on incentives. (Please note, for part-time positions this range would be pro-rated based on hours worked)

CHR is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage all to apply.

Take the first step to a meaningful career and apply to CHR today!