Admissions Specialist - Sierra DOC Mental Health (New Haven) The Connection - 2.7 New Haven, CT Job Details Full-time $23 - $25 an hour 16 hours ago Benefits 403(b) matching Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance 403(b) Life insurance Qualifications Driver's License Bachelor's degree

Full Job Description Position:

Admissions Specialist Program:

Sierra DOC Mental Health Location:

New Haven Salary:

$23.00-25.00/hour

Schedule:

Full-Time, 40 hours, First Shift, Monday - Friday (7:30 am - 3:30 pm)

Program Summary:

A short-term residential program which provides both supervisory and therapeutic services for men with psychiatric impairments who are re-entering the community following incarceration so they can improve their level of functioning and avoid future criminal activity.

Position Summary:

The Admissions Specialist is responsible for welcoming and orienting clients to the program, completing initial intake paperwork including required assessments, and supporting the client throughout the intake process. This position also facilitates psycho-educational groups/activities and may carry a case load. This position is non-exempt and works under the supervision of the Program Manager. The preferred candidate will be bilingual (Spanish).

Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree 2+ years related experience Valid Connecticut Driver's License Regular and predictable attendance is required

Orientation:

If selected for employment with The Connection, newly hired employees will be required to attend a two (2) day mandatory New Hire Orientation at our Roscommon office located in Middletown.

Benefits:

Medical, dental, vision benefits are offered along with other additional voluntary coverages with full time employment 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching contribution Company paid short and long term disability and life insurance with full time employment Paid time off (vacation, personal and sick) with full time employment 12 paid holidays The Connection is a statewide human services and community development agency that provides unique solutions to the problems of homelessness, mental illness, substance use, improving child welfare and community justice rehabilitation. For additional information, visit www.theconnectioninc.org .