TSEA Specialist: Transitional Support for Emerging Adults- 7395

Community Health Resources•East Hartford, CT

2d•$20 - $27•Hybrid

About The Position

The TSEA Specialist works in the Transitional Support for Emerging Adults program, which helps young adults leaving the foster care system transition successfully into adulthood. The program’s goals include stable and suitable housing, avoiding legal involvement, participation in education or vocational programs, and developing life skills. This hybrid/remote position provides coverage primarily for Fairfield County and is based in East Hartford. The specialist provides case management, clinical, and crisis intervention support as indicated, collaborating closely with an assigned clinician during crises. The role involves maintaining family and other collateral contacts, assessing and involving natural supports in treatment and discharge planning, documenting services in the EMR, and attending required program meetings and agency trainings. The position requires a bachelor’s degree in human services, at least one year of related counseling and/or case management experience, and a valid driver’s license.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in human services.
At least one year of related experience in counseling and/or case management.
Valid driver’s license.
Attend all required program trainings.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual capacity may be required for identified positions.

Responsibilities

Understand the specific program model and apply its concepts to help clients understand and manage their symptoms.
Maintain family and other collateral contacts to support quality, client-centered services.
Assess and involve natural supports in treatment planning and discharge processes whenever possible.
Provide case management, clinical, and crisis intervention support as indicated, collaborating closely with the assigned clinician during crises.
Demonstrate competency in child development and substance use, and provide trauma-sensitive and culturally competent care.
Use the EMR to document services and contacts with clients, collateral contacts, and appointments.
Attend all model-required meetings and agency trainings.

Benefits

Health insurance.
Paid time off, including birthday time off.
Employer contributions to a 403(b) retirement plan.
Competitive insurance premiums and discounts on pet, home, and auto insurance.
Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs, including tuition discounts at several local colleges and universities.
Career development opportunities and a free training curriculum, including a Clinical Training Series.
Clinical supervision and/or mentoring at several programs.
Wellness program with an annual wellness stipend.
Free premium subscription to the Calm app.
Six free confidential counseling sessions through the Employee Assistance Program.
Employee appreciation and involvement opportunities, including contests, lunch-and-learns, employee appreciation events, and employee-led resource groups.