At Turnbridge, we believe we offer career growth, training opportunities and a fun work environment. Turnbridge is not just a job but a lifestyle. You can build lasting relationships with both co-workers and clients. If you are curious, open-minded and care about helping people, then Turnbridge is the place for you.
Benefits:
Competitive Pay: $18 to $20 per hour
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
Paid time off
401K
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
All shifts are available and needed for the following programs: Young Women's, All Adolescent.
Shifts Times:
12am to 8am
Schedules Available:
For Men's Young Adults and Adolescent Boys:
Third Shift - Thursday- Monday and Friday -Tuesday
For Women's Young Adults and Adolescents girls:
Third Shift- Tuesday - Saturday, Sunday- Thursday, Thursday- Monday and Friday -Tuesday
Schedules will include one weekend day and rotating holidays. Further information will be discussed in the interview process.
Job Description:
We are seeking compassionate, dedicated, and hardworking individuals to join our team as Direct Support Staff. The ideal candidate will work closely with adolescents and young adults facing substance abuse and mental health challenges, providing guidance, support, and a safe environment to encourage their recovery and personal growth. If you’re passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a team dedicated to helping young individuals achieve their fullest potential, we’d love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide direct care and support to our clients in one of our extended care programs: adolescent, young men’s or young women’s.
Offer emotional support and actively listen to clients, fostering a safe, trusting environment.
Support treatment plans and monitor progress under the guidance and direction of therapists and program coordinators.
Encourage and motivate clients to participate activities, group counseling, and life skills training.
Help clients develop coping strategies, communication skills, and positive decision-making habits to contribute to their everyday life.
Maintain accurate documentation of client interactions, behaviors, and progress according to agency guidelines.
Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team, including program directors, therapists, and case managers, to ensure comprehensive care.
Provide crisis intervention and de-escalation as needed, ensuring client safety and well-being is all around the top priority.
Ability to build rapport with clients and maintain a non-judgmental, empathetic approach.
Promote a positive, structured, and meaningful environment that supports recovery.
Qualifications:
Previous experience in caregiving, direct support, or working with individuals facing mental health or substance abuse issues is preferred
High school diploma or equivalent required; relevant certifications or college coursework in psychology, social work, or related fields is a plus
CPR and/or PMT certification highly preferred but not necessary.
Must be able to pass state and national background checks
Valid drivers license for at least 3 years
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
Ability to handle difficult situations and remain calm under pressure.
Team player mentality with a positive attitude and strong work ethic.
This position requires the ability to regularly lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
This position requires extended periods of standing and walking as well as walking up and down flights of stairs.
Numbers & Facts
Location
New Haven, Connecticut
Skills
Background Investigationunmatched
CPR Certificationunmatched
Case Managementunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Crisis Interventionunmatched
Cross-Functionalunmatched
Customer Relationsunmatched
Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
Customer/Consumer Behaviorunmatched
Dental Insuranceunmatched
Documentationunmatched
Driver's Licenseunmatched
High School Diplomaunmatched
Lift/Move 50 Poundsunmatched
Material Movingunmatched
People Managementunmatched
Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
Project Trackingunmatched
Project/Program Coordinationunmatched
Psychiatry and Mental Healthunmatched
Psychologyunmatched
Social Workunmatched
Strategic Planningunmatched
Substance Abuseunmatched
Team Playerunmatched
Treatment Planunmatched
Vision Planunmatched
Writing Skillsunmatched
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