Human Services Worker-Per Diem, Hartford Transitional Housing
Human Services Worker, Hartford Transitional Housing, Hartford, CT**
**SHIFT: Per Diem****COMPENSATION: $18.00/Hour**
**AGENCY DESCRIPTION**
One of the oldest organizations of its kind in the country, Community Partners in Action (CPA) was founded nearly 150 years ago to champion criminal justice reform and advocate for preserving the dignity of those in and out of prison. Through our programs that include reentry and housing, youth initiatives, a nationally recognized Prison Arts Program, and holistic alternatives to incarceration, we provide a long-term impact that positively transforms individuals and society at large.Annually serving nearly 7,000 individuals throughout Connecticut, our work is possible due to partnerships with and support from individuals, government, private funders, organizations, and businesses.
CPA launched our **BEDI** (**B**elonging, **E**quity, **D**iversity, and **I**nclusion) **Journey** in June 2020. Led by a task force that includes board members, our executive leadership team, program managers and staff who act as BEDI Ambassadors from each of our programs, WE ARE COMMITTED to building and maintaining an inclusive, equitable workplace and COMPELLED to have a constructive impact on criminal justice reform in CT that ends racial inequities and ensures the humanity and dignity of those interacting with the system.Read more about our BEDI journey at Our Commitment to Belonging, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion - CPA (cpa-ct.org)
**PROGRAM DESCRIPTION**
Community Partners in Action (CPA), founded in 1875, provides a transitional residence to clients:
- Referred by Court Support Services Division to the Alternative in the Community Program network with a stipulation of transitional housing for at least part of their program commitment. Clients participate in day programming at the Hartford Alternative In the Community. (Established 1989)
**POSITION REQUIREMENTS**
The ideal candidate will have 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; must have a valid CT drivers 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 maintain a professional image at all times 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