Behavior Management Specialist EMPACT

La Frontera Center Inc. • Maricopa, AZ

80d

About The Position

The Behavior Management Specialist focuses on providing direct support with a strong emphasis on behavior management to adolescents and families in their homes, schools and/or in the community. This is a great opportunity for someone who is a self-starter; can work well within a team and is able to work a flexible schedule. It will facilitate groups assisting adolescents to work toward independent living, as well as healthy activities in the community. Must have knowledge and experience in the area of behavior management and parent partnering/education; working in collaboration with teams serving families within the Child and Family Team process consistent with the Arizona Vision/12 principles. Must be able to adhere to deadlines, medical records compliance and performance requirements. Some evening hours required.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED is required.
• BHT level as stipulated by AZDHS/BHS is preferred.
• Minimum of one year prior experience in an applicable or relevant setting.
• Knowledge of Behavior Management Techniques.
• Ability to facilitate meetings and groups with community members, families, and teens.
• Experience working with children in DCS care and knowledge of the RBHA children system preferred.
• Experience assisting teens with independent living skills and transitioning to adulthood preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent time management skills; able to meet deadlines and timely documentation.
• Must have Fingerprint clearance card or be eligible to obtain one.
• Must have a valid AZ driver's license with no major infractions in the past three years.
• Must have regular access to reliable transportation.
• Must be 21 years of age or older at time of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with at-risk adolescents preferred.
• Teen Substance Abuse experience preferred.
• Bi-lingual (Spanish) Diff per hour available.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support with a strong emphasis on behavior management to adolescents and families.
• Facilitate groups assisting adolescents to work toward independent living and healthy activities.
• Collaborate with teams serving families within the Child and Family Team process.
• Adhere to deadlines, medical records compliance, and performance requirements.
• Maintain professional conduct consistent with ethical professional practice and agency policies.
• Attend meetings, training, and agency activities and events outside of regularly scheduled work hours upon request.

Benefits

• Generous PTO
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Medical plans (4 choices)
• Dental plans (2 choices)
• Vision plans (2 choices)
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Retirement Allowance
• Company-paid Life/AD&D and Long-term Disability
• Voluntary additional Life and Short-term Disability
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Elder Care Assistance
• Pet Insurance and much more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees