Behavior Management Specialist - Residential

THE VILLAGE NETWORK • Wooster, OH

1d • $20 - $21 • Onsite

About The Position

Since 1946, The Village Network has been providing compassionate treatment to support the behavioral, physical, and emotional health of children and families. We offer community-based services, residential treatment, and treatment foster care programs. We pride ourselves on a Culture of Care, utilizing Collaborative Problem Solving and The Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics. This role involves direct care and technical/clinical support activities to help build brighter futures for youth and their families.

Requirements

• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Diploma/GED required.
• Valid Ohio Driver’s License and maintains a driving record that allows for insurability.
• Ability to use a computer; proficiency with Microsoft Office products.
• Ability to comply with The Village Network requirements for using restraints including sufficient strength and completion of extensive training.
• Ability to handle bending, stooping, lifting, pushing, reaching, and walking for periods of time.
• Must be able to lift 20 pounds independently.
• Must be able to remain alert to problems, needs or emergencies that might arise on any shift, maintaining a safe environment for the clients.
• Ability to communicate (verbal and written) with all levels of personnel, internal and external to the company.

Nice To Haves

• 3+ years of behavioral health experience or Bachelors Degree in a Human Services related field desired.
• Travel to homes of clients/students is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assists in transportation needs.
• Provides behavior management in assigned areas, keeps clients on task, and documents behavior modification system.
• Assists teacher/staff with daily operation of assigned area.
• Assists with attendance and communication with parents and referring agencies.
• Provides transportation if necessary.
• Oversees meal time and breaks.
• Provides crisis and/or individual counseling and groups for youth under supervision, coordinated with the teacher and/or Clinical Therapist.
• Provides psych educational groups for youth, selecting curriculum based on group needs in coordination with teachers and/or Clinical Therapists.
• Assists in the behavioral management of the residential campus.
• Performs other duties as required.

Benefits

• 403(b) plan with a 5% company contribution and 50% match of the first 7% after 1 year of service.
• 192 hours (19 days) of PTO offered in the first year.
• 6 paid holidays for fulltime employees.
• Potential for PTO buy back for unused time.
• 12-year history of providing annual bonuses.
• Advancement Opportunities (promote from within).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED