Behavioral Health Specialist
About The Position
Guides and supports youth in their personal, social, and educational development to help them reach their full potential. The role supports efficient and effective implementation of the program’s daily schedule and routine, with emphasis on coordinating activities and building a positive peer community using TBRI strategies. The position works in shelters and residential treatment centers serving youth ages 0–24. It is considered essential and has no remote work option. The environment may be physically challenging and may involve exposure to bloodborne and airborne pathogens, physical or verbal assault, loud noises, prolonged sitting, restricted movement outside the facility, and stressful or hazardous situations. The position normally works first and/or second shift within the assigned site’s standard operating hours. Schedules may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and mandated hours to meet the needs of clients and families. Travel is primarily local during the business day, and transporting clients in a personal vehicle is expected. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- CPR/First Aid certification.
- Ability to handle physical activities, including recreational activities.
- Good driving record.
- Ability to talk and hear regularly; stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, and climb throughout the day; and frequently lift and move items over 50 pounds.
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree or higher.
- At least one year of experience serving at-risk youth or working in a residential program.
- Background or college coursework in education, social work, or psychology.
Responsibilities
- Engage, inspire, and facilitate meaningful engagement with youth, helping them explore, create, and meet their own goals.
- Implement program goals and objectives using a strengths-based, youth-centered approach to help residents achieve individual goals and transition to a less restrictive setting.
- Remain aware of youth activities and whereabouts while maintaining a safe and productive environment.
- Understand each youth’s circumstances, preferences, and goals, and incorporate them into daily activities and crisis responses.
- Assist with structured group activities and functions.
- Provide therapeutic interventions as required and directed by individualized service plans.
- Facilitate community outings and structured activities as directed.
- Participate in scheduled employee meetings, supervision sessions, and other departmental and agency meetings.
- Implement Trust Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) strategies.
- Comply with agency, federal, and state policies, procedures, and regulations.
- Attend regular training and development opportunities to maintain current knowledge of safeguarding health and safety and local policy developments.
- Use trauma-informed language and a strengths-based approach to support young people in reaching their potential.
- Supervise clients assigned to the employee’s work assignment.
- Transport clients in a personal vehicle as expected.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
