Behavioral Health Specialist
About The Position
The Behavioral Health Specialist utilizes their unique skills and understanding of trauma and mental health to provide direct care to teenage youth in a residential setting. They work as a member of an interdisciplinary team to provide comprehensive service delivery. The Behavioral Health Specialist plays a crucial role by providing and monitoring therapeutic interventions, engaging youth in treatment programing and in motivating a positive peer culture. They are consistent in demonstrating therapeutic communication, unconditional positive regard and empathy during all interactions with youth and their families.
Requirements
- High School diploma/GED.
- CPR / First Aid certified.
- Ability to handle physical activities, including recreational activities
- Good driving record
Nice To Haves
- Associates or higher degree.
- At least 1 year of experience in serving at risk youth or in a residential program.
- A background or college courses in education, social work, or psychology.
Responsibilities
- Supervise youth in a residential setting, provide crisis intervention as needed.
- Provide direct monitoring of youth and facility throughout the work shift.
- Document any significant events in the log and progress notes, complete incident reports when appropriate.
- Plan and supervise recreation activities, assistant in meal preparation.
Benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off (23 days prorated based on hire date) and Other Paid Leave Options (Holidays, FMLA, Bereavement and Parental Leave)
- Medical, dental, vision, including company paid life and long term disability insurance.
- 401k Retirement Plan including company match (up to 6%)
- Tuition Reimbursement and Department of Education’s Loan Forgiveness Program.
- Employee Assistance Program
- Engaging Wellness Program
- Referral Bonus Program
- Licensure renewal reimbursement; paid training and professional development opportunities.
- Ability to obtain internal supervision towards increased licensure.
- Paid assistance with obtaining Trauma-Informed Care certification.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
