Behavior Specialist (Per Diem) - Ohana Outpatient
Montage Health•Monterey, CA
About The Position
The Behavior Specialist is part of a multidisciplinary team and reports to the Assistant Director of Outpatient. The position helps maintain a safe, therapeutic milieu; provides psychoeducation in individual and group settings; and supports implementation of treatment plans. Alongside direct patient care, the specialist develops skills in screening, data entry and documentation, principles of behaviorism, de-escalation techniques, and collaborative problem solving. The role emphasizes continuous learning, innovation, quality of care, measurement of outcomes, professionalism, and collaboration. Hours are as needed to support patient care at Ohana, and shifts vary.
Requirements
- At least 1 year of experience working with children, adolescents, and families.
- Bachelor’s degree in human services, social work, psychology, or a related field.
- Pass orientation and initial competency assessment, as well as ongoing required training.
- American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS certification.
- Organization-approved de-escalation training within 6 months of hire.
- Live Scan fingerprint clearance required by the Department of Healthcare Services.
- Strong interpersonal skills, flexibility, curiosity, and comfort prioritizing safety and quality of care.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in a setting with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy or Dialectical Behavioral Therapy is preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Ensure a safe and therapeutic milieu.
- Provide psychoeducation in individual and group settings.
- Support treatment plan implementation.
- Provide direct patient care.
- Develop skills in screening, data entry, and documentation.
- Use principles of behaviorism, de-escalation techniques, and collaborative problem solving.
- Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team and contribute to quality of care and outcome measurement.
