Behavioral Health Advocate- ($22 - $25/hr)

Maxim Healthcare • Fairfield, CA

38d • $22 - $25

About The Position

Maxim Healthcare Services in Fairfield is hiring for an Behavioral Caregiver to work with children and/or adults with developmental delays and challenging behaviors. Why Join Maxim? Competitive Pay & Weekly Paychecks Health, Dental, Vision, HSA and Life Insurance Paid Time Off 401(k) Savings Plan Maxcares Awards Program

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Previous experience working in an educational or healthcare setting preferred
• At least one year of experience working with children/adults with special needs who display challenging or aggressive behaviors
• College coursework in psychology, education, social work, behavioral sciences or related field preferred
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience working in an educational or healthcare setting preferred
• College coursework in psychology, education, social work, behavioral sciences or related field preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one-behavior intervention services to individuals with behavioral challenges
• Provides/assists with daily program activities in the areas of self-help, communication, social, cognitive, motor and behavior and crisis intervention
• Assist client with personal care activities including bathing, oral hygiene, preparation and feeding of meals, dressing and undressing, ambulation and other activities as needed
• Implement and collect data of the behaviors and goals outlined in the Behavior Support Plan

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision, HSA and Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Maxcares Awards Program
• Medical/Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Advocacy (company paid if enrolled Medical) and Health Advocate Employee Assistance Program
• Health Savings Account, 401(k), Short Term Disability, Voluntary Group Life Insurance and Supplemental Accidental Insurance, Hospital Expense Protection Plan, Critical Illness Insurance, Home and Auto Insurance discounts, Pet Insurance and Legal Benefits
• Paid Time Off, Employee Discount Program, Transportation Benefits and College Partnership Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees