Jayla Manning

Jayla Manning currently serves as a Senior Residential Advisor at New Haven Job Corps Center, a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor at BRS - Bureau of Rehabilitation Services, and a Detox Counselor at Recovery Network of Programs, Inc. Since February 2022, Jayla has held a significant role as a Social Worker at the Department of Children & Families. Previous experience includes working as a Residential Monitor at Community Mental Health Affiliates, Inc. and serving in various capacities, including Interim Director of Programs & Support Services and Youth Program Coordinator at Community Action Agency of New Haven, Inc. Jayla also has experience as a case manager, residential counselor at BHcare, and Assistant Residence Hall Director at Southern Connecticut State University, where responsibilities encompassed leadership, program development, and support for youth and students. An educational background includes a Master of Social Work and a Bachelor's degree in Social Work, both from Southern Connecticut State University.