What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Chef-Per Diem position at Community Partners in Action?
Assistant Chef-Per Diem: REGIONS
SiteSecure Residential Treatment Program for Male Youth, Hamden, CT
COMPENSATION: $23.66/Hour
Agency Description
One of the oldest organizations of its kind in the country, Community Partners in Action (CPA) was founded nearly 150 years ago to champion criminal justice reform and advocate for preserving the dignity of those in and out of prison. Through our programs that include reentry and housing, youth initiatives, a nationally recognized Prison Arts Program, and holistic alternatives to incarceration, we provide a long-term impact that positively transforms individuals and society at large. Annually serving over 4,000 individuals throughout Connecticut, our work is possible due to partnerships with and support from individuals, government, private funders, organizations, and businesses.
CPA is guided by our
BEDI
(
B
elonging,
E
quity,
D
iversity, and
I
nclusion) culture. WE ARE COMMITTED to building and maintaining an inclusive, equitable workplace and COMPELLED to have a constructive impact on criminal justice reform in CT that ends racial inequities and ensures the humanity and dignity of those interacting with the system. Read more about our BEDI culture at
https://cpa-ct.org/our-bedi-journey/
Program Description
The REGIONS Site Secure Program is a secure residential treatment program for up to 16 male youth. The mission of the program is to provide a home-like environment with a trauma-informed, culturally responsive, gender-specific, linguistically appropriate, strengths-based, and relationship-driven milieu for the youth to help them improve their social, physical and emotional well-being. Our vision is to therapeutically intervene in the cycle of offending to reduce the youths risk factors and prevent them from transitioning into the adult justice system. Our treatment philosophy is one that is individualized, designed to help the youth develop a positive self-image, learn effective coping skills, experience success, gain confidence, build positive relationships, achieve behavioral changes and re-enter their communities better equipped to succeed.
The high-risk youth in this program will likely have a history of violence and be of significant risk for future violence. They may be a significant risk to public safety and demonstrate chronic and persistent patterns of violent or public safety offenses. The youth may present with multiple complex needs that are challenging to treat and a history of poor treatment attitude and response. The youth may exhibit escalating antisocial sophistication. Their AWOL risk is high in context of low treatment amenability and if they elope, they will likely engage in violent or public safety offenses.
Position Requirements
The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED. At least one year of experience with food ordering and meal preparation in a group setting. Possess a clear understanding of the State of Connecticuts food service regulations and experience in meeting all Department of Health regulations. Must be a certified Qualified Food Operator or able to qualify, and able to instruct all staff in food preparation. Capacity to provide vocational training to program youth. Ability to interact with multi-cultural populations; decision making, communication, interpersonal and organizational/ prioritization skills. Adaptability, flexibility, resourcefulness and emotional intelligence. Must share the belief that people can change and individuals in need deserve quality services and an opportunity to succeed. Must have and maintain a valid CT drivers license and reliable transportation. Willing to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays. Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred. Candidates with lived experience are encouraged to apply.
Training Requirements and Work Environment Conditions
Selected candidates will be required to complete and pass a mandatory 20-hour training curriculum within their first year of employment. Training sessions will be conducted during standard hours (8:00 AM to 4:00 PM). Thereafter, employees must complete a minimum of 40 hours of training annually. Required trainings will include, but are not limited to:
Ethics and Boundaries
Suicide Prevention
First Aid / CPR / AED
Safe Crisis Management
PREA (Prison Rape Elimination Act)
DCF Mandated Reporting
Additional Trainings Relevant To Assigned Job Functions
The training program includes**Safe
**
SiteSecure Residential Treatment Program for Male Youth, Hamden, CT
COMPENSATION: $23.66/Hour
Agency Description
One of the oldest organizations of its kind in the country, Community Partners in Action (CPA) was founded nearly 150 years ago to champion criminal justice reform and advocate for preserving the dignity of those in and out of prison. Through our programs that include reentry and housing, youth initiatives, a nationally recognized Prison Arts Program, and holistic alternatives to incarceration, we provide a long-term impact that positively transforms individuals and society at large. Annually serving over 4,000 individuals throughout Connecticut, our work is possible due to partnerships with and support from individuals, government, private funders, organizations, and businesses.
CPA is guided by our
BEDI
(
B
elonging,
E
quity,
D
iversity, and
I
nclusion) culture. WE ARE COMMITTED to building and maintaining an inclusive, equitable workplace and COMPELLED to have a constructive impact on criminal justice reform in CT that ends racial inequities and ensures the humanity and dignity of those interacting with the system. Read more about our BEDI culture at
https://cpa-ct.org/our-bedi-journey/
Program Description
The REGIONS Site Secure Program is a secure residential treatment program for up to 16 male youth. The mission of the program is to provide a home-like environment with a trauma-informed, culturally responsive, gender-specific, linguistically appropriate, strengths-based, and relationship-driven milieu for the youth to help them improve their social, physical and emotional well-being. Our vision is to therapeutically intervene in the cycle of offending to reduce the youths risk factors and prevent them from transitioning into the adult justice system. Our treatment philosophy is one that is individualized, designed to help the youth develop a positive self-image, learn effective coping skills, experience success, gain confidence, build positive relationships, achieve behavioral changes and re-enter their communities better equipped to succeed.
The high-risk youth in this program will likely have a history of violence and be of significant risk for future violence. They may be a significant risk to public safety and demonstrate chronic and persistent patterns of violent or public safety offenses. The youth may present with multiple complex needs that are challenging to treat and a history of poor treatment attitude and response. The youth may exhibit escalating antisocial sophistication. Their AWOL risk is high in context of low treatment amenability and if they elope, they will likely engage in violent or public safety offenses.
Position Requirements
The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED. At least one year of experience with food ordering and meal preparation in a group setting. Possess a clear understanding of the State of Connecticuts food service regulations and experience in meeting all Department of Health regulations. Must be a certified Qualified Food Operator or able to qualify, and able to instruct all staff in food preparation. Capacity to provide vocational training to program youth. Ability to interact with multi-cultural populations; decision making, communication, interpersonal and organizational/ prioritization skills. Adaptability, flexibility, resourcefulness and emotional intelligence. Must share the belief that people can change and individuals in need deserve quality services and an opportunity to succeed. Must have and maintain a valid CT drivers license and reliable transportation. Willing to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays. Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred. Candidates with lived experience are encouraged to apply.
Training Requirements and Work Environment Conditions
Selected candidates will be required to complete and pass a mandatory 20-hour training curriculum within their first year of employment. Training sessions will be conducted during standard hours (8:00 AM to 4:00 PM). Thereafter, employees must complete a minimum of 40 hours of training annually. Required trainings will include, but are not limited to:
Ethics and Boundaries
Suicide Prevention
First Aid / CPR / AED
Safe Crisis Management
PREA (Prison Rape Elimination Act)
DCF Mandated Reporting
Additional Trainings Relevant To Assigned Job Functions
The training program includes**Safe
**
Salary : $24