Lead Children Services Worker (40 Hour)

PCN 44853 - 2nd shift Hospital - Passaic - Week 1 OffFri/Mon; Week 2 Off Sat/Sun

PCN 114116 - 2nd shift Hospital - Sachem - Week 1 Off Fri/Wed; Week 2 OffSat/Sun

PCN 138757 - 2nd shift Hospital - Sachem - Week 1 Off Sat/Sun; Week 2 OffFri/Mon

PCN 138758 - 2nd shift Hospital - Passaic - Week 1 Off Sat/Sun; Week 2 OffFri/Tues

In order to be considered for this job opening you must be a current State of CT employee of the agency listed above for at least six (6) months of full-time service or full-time equivalent service absent any applicable collective bargaining language and meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening. You must specify your qualifications on your application.

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• Considerable knowledge of
  • general procedures concerning routine functioning of institution;
  • problems of adolescents and influences of environment;
• Knowledge of
  • security procedures regarding contraband and runaway searches etc.;
  • disciplinary techniques and guidelines for use;
  • how to transport clients in a controlled and safe way;
  • fire safety procedures;
  • principles and practices of family therapy;
  • basic first aid techniques and materials;
• Considerable interpersonal skills;
• Ability to
  • assess situations and use good judgment;
  • lead staff;
  • efficiently organize time manage work and coordinate programs.

• Experience in hospital and residential treatment programs with adolescents.

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women minorities and persons with disabilities.