Assistant Manager - Torrington

CHD Careers•Torrington, CT

18h•Onsite

About The Position

The Center for Human Development (CHD) is seeking an Assistant Program Manager for its Woodside residential group home in Torrington, CT. This role involves establishing life-changing relationships with participants to optimize their independence, rehabilitation, and recovery. Woodside is dedicated to fostering a positive and supportive environment for individuals with persistent psychiatric conditions, enabling them to live safely and successfully within the community. The program specifically supports clients who have experienced longstanding challenges with community living and have a history of repeated psychiatric hospitalizations.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED required
At least 2 years of experience working with psychiatric disorders or co-occurring population
Excellent organizational and communication skills
Valid license and a reliable, registered, and insured vehicle
Approved criminal background and driving check

Nice To Haves

Supervisory experience preferred
Demonstrates patience, caring and compassion
Prior experience managing a team
High energy level; self-initiated
Open, direct interpersonal style
Organized, efficient, and flexible

Responsibilities

Assists the Program Manager in the day-to-day scheduling and management of the team.
Performs assorted administrative functions.
Serves as a highly effective direct care staff.
Models behavior for direct care staff and promotes house culture.
Demonstrates a high degree of responsibility and ability to manage details.
Can be used as a first step for direct care staff to demonstrate management abilities.