Life Skills Specialist
Boys and Girls Village IncConnecticut, United States
Posted April 1, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Boys and Girls Village Inc. is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting families and adolescents through parenting programs and psychiatric residential treatment. It offers services such as Positive Parenting Program, Circle of Security Parenting, case management, and specialized residential care for boys with behavioral and sexual issues, staffed by nursing and therapeutic professionals.
Job Description
The Life Skill Specialist provides educational, vocational, and employment preparedness services to youth ages 14-17 through the Launch Program. The position helps prepare young people with the necessary skills to become successful citizens in their community and labor force.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a behavioral health related field
- 3 years of related work experience
- Valid driver's license and clean driving record
- Familiarity with local community and its resources
- Bilingual (Spanish) and knowledge of cultural diversity and childhood development are preferred
Benefits
- Life insurance
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) or other retirement plan
- Paid time off and holidays
