Behavioral Aide PT (under 25)

SAFY•Huntsville, AL

70d•$16 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

SAFY is seeking a Part Time Behavioral Case Aide for our Huntsville division in Alabama. As a Behavioral Case Aide, you will be responsible for providing skills coaching to program youth. Areas of focus are directly related to the goals of the youth’s treatment/intervention plan and may include strategic modeling, skill practice, and positive reinforcement in sessions. At SAFY, our mission is Preserving Families & Securing Futures. For 40 years, our work has rested on a single, radical idea – children belong in families. We believe that every child and family deserve the opportunity to reach their full potential. We are a team of 500 employees across seven states providing services such as Family Preservation & Reunification, Behavioral Health, Therapeutic Foster Care, Adoption Services and Older Youth Services so the families and children we serve can build resilience and thrive.

Requirements

A High school diploma, GED or equivalent.
Problem solving, organizational skills, ability to multi-task, excellent communication skills (oral and written), conflict resolution.
Valid driver license, acceptable driving record and auto insurance coverage to meet travel requirements; may require transporting youth if needed.

Nice To Haves

1-2 years’ experience working with youth, preferred.

Responsibilities

Initiate, organize, plan and develop supportive services for the youth assigned to your caseload. This may include but is not limited to assisting youth in enrolling in school or a vocational training program; obtaining employment; working with referring agency staff. Scheduling physical and dental visits for youth when requested.
Ensure that youth assigned receive services and activities as required by the program.
Responsible for helping division plan special events with foster parents and youth.
Provide skills training to program youth. This training may include role playing, teaching, debriefing, or other strategies.
Establish strong relationships using modeling & coaching of social skills. Assist the youth in developing positive relational skills with peers, adults, and community members.
Teach skills that enable youth to solve problems and engage in everyday prosocial interactions.
Practice new behaviors in fun and reinforcing settings.
Orient youth toward socially acceptable activities in the community.
Document each session timely and on appropriate forms. Keep a daily log of activities, contacts, intakes, and each interaction with the youth.
Report all incidents, concerns, and issues to direct supervisor. Immediately report emergencies such as runaways, accidents, or medical problems.