Transition Program Coordinator Jobs in Avon, CT (NOW HIRING)

Pay:

• Base pay now starting at $25.57 / hr 
• Experience credit applied in addition to base pay
• $1,560 annual increase for Master degree
• Overtime payment at 1.5x your hourly rate

Benefits & Rewards:

• 24 vacation days (increases with years of service)
• 8 sick days
• Quality low cost benefits (you can view our plans by visiting https://benefits.devereux.org)
• 403(b) plan with employer match/contribution
• Employee Assistance Program
• Career accelerator program (ASCEND). This program includes 100% of tuition covered (up to $15k reimbursed annually for undergraduate and $25k reimbursed annually for graduate) and student loan repayment!  Learn more here

The Glenholme School:

Are you interested in making a life-saving difference for children and adolescents? Would you enjoy being part of a team working to change the world for the better?

If you answered YES, then consider joining our Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health team!

For over 50 years -- The Glenholme School, part of Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health, has provided a comprehensive residential program and services for children with learning differences and special needs. Located in picturesque Washington, CT the Residential Coordinator Supervisor position will be part of a cohesive, passionate and dynamic team. The selected candidate will foster Devereux’s mission and values of quality care as well as providing top-notch and individualized therapeutic care for our students.

Schedule:

Monday- 9 - 5pm

Tuesday- 9-5pm

Wednesday- 9-5pm

Thursday- 9-5pm

Friday- 9-5pm

Saturday - off

Sunday - off

Also, will work 9-5pm every third weekend. Supervisor will be off on Tuesday during these weeks. 

Primary Responsibilities Include:

• Responsible for the management and overall development of Direct Care Professionals (DCP’s) working on the second shift.
• Manages student behavior on campus: effectively de-escalates students as needed, leads/supports behavioral follow-up and intervention, ensures student and staff safety throughout crisis situations.
• Responsible for promoting and otherwise maintaining the safety of campus and all of its’ inhabitance at all times.
• Manages by walking around to each group and/or cottage multiple times each shift to inspect what is expected of all staff and students.
• Serves as an integral member of the Leadership Team.
• Effectively organizes and manages the assigned shift on a daily-basis by coordinating relevant shift information, prioritizing scheduling needs, and communicating information to the team in a timely fashion.
• Leads all campus dismissals and effectively serves as a leader on shift for all functions and gatherings – student or otherwise.
• Provides feedback and coaching to employees on shift, and actively monitors, reports, and documents feedback, performance, and development.
• Assists, on occasion, with interviewing and hiring needs of the department.
• Documents the relevant shift happenings using internal reporting/data-collection tools.
• Ensures that standards and values of campus are upheld at all times, and follows-up with students and staff where appropriate.

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Minimum Qualifications:

• Be at least 21 years of age
• Possess and maintains a valid drivers’ license
• Experience in the Human Services field working with children, adolescents, and adults
• 1 year management experience in the field
• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, sociology, education or related field is preferred

Company Overview 

Devereux is one of the nation’s largest nonprofit organizations, providing services, insight and leadership in the evolving field of behavioral healthcare. Founded in 1912, Devereux operates a comprehensive national network of clinical, therapeutic, educational and employment programs that positively impact the lives of 10,000+ children, adults – and their families – every year.    

Our Mission: Devereux changes lives – by unlocking and nurturing human potential for people living with emotional, behavioral or cognitive differences.    

With nearly 6,500 employees working in programs across the country, Devereux is a trusted partner for families, schools and communities, serving individuals in the areas of autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, specialty mental health, education and foster care. 

Our Culture, Our Expectations  

At Devereux, Servant Leadership is embedded throughout our culture and every aspect of our organizational framework. Our mission-driven, people-first mindset is at the heart of the compassionate and high-quality programming we provide – every day – for the individuals and families we serve, and other key stakeholders. Devereux offers challenging and exciting work, and our team environment creates an empowering, positive and rewarding atmosphere. To be successful at Devereux, you will: put the needs of others first, feel called to serve and called to lead. As a member of our team, you will be a significant part of our commitment to providing a welcoming and supportive work environment across all programs and services, and within all policies and employee practices.  

We believe a workplace rooted in inclusivity – offering a sense of belonging to all those who walk through our doors – is fundamental to delivering the highest quality healthcare services. Through open dialogue and the creation of brave spaces, we will engage in work that gives each of us a chance to change the world – one person, one family, one community at a time. 

What Devereux Offers You 

In addition to a competitive salary, Devereux provides a comprehensive health and welfare program to eligible full-time employees, family members and domestic partners. Eligible employees are eligible to start benefits after 30 days of employment. In addition, we offer;  

• Medical (including telemedicine via phone, web, app), dental, prescription drug, preventative care, and mental health services. 

• Student loan debt assistance, tuition reimbursement and continuing education assistance. 

• Generous time-off (start accruing 1st day), 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit, and voluntary/employee paid supplemental life and accident coverage. 

• Employee assistance / work-life balance program. 

Visit www.mydevereuxbenefits.org to see why Devereux is a great place to work!  

Devereux is a drug-free workplace, drug screening required. EOE