Youth Recovery Home Behavioral Specialist (Swing Shift 4pm-12am)

Muckleshoot Indian Tribe•Auburn, WA

8d•$28 - $42•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, this position supervises the residents of the MIT Health Division’s Youth Recovery Home (YRH), which is a 24/7 residential facility for youth, providing a positive drug and alcohol free environment that promotes healthy transitions to independent living. This position will assess residents’ needs, monitor daily living activities, and engage in behavior modification techniques to achieve resident-plan goals. This is a Swing Shift position from 4pm-12am.

Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree in psychology, or a related behavioral science discipline from an accredited college or university.
Two (2) years of youth residential treatment experience required.
An additional two (2) years (four years in total) may be considered in lieu of a Bachelor’s degree.
Training in childhood development, social services, child psychology, conflict resolution, behavior modification, milieu treatment, and chemical dependency required.
A current negative TB test and/or medical documentation stating employee is not contagious.
Must have no substance abuse for the past three (3) years and pass UA testing.
Must pass pre-employment criminal background check.
Knowledge of: Childhood development models and child psychology.
Knowledge of: Milieu treatment and behavioral level systems.
Knowledge of: Behavior modification techniques.
Knowledge of: Conflict resolution with adolescents.
Knowledge of: Native American culture and how culture pertains to treatment.
Knowledge of: Social service systems.
Skilled in: Behavior modification techniques.
Skilled in: Conflict resolution.
Skilled in: Communicating in both oral and written forms.
Skilled in: Advocating for residents’ needs.
Skilled in: Utilizing computers for developing documents, recording data, researching, and communicating with other staff.
Ability to: Remain calm in a crisis.
Ability to: Give oral presentations effectively.
Ability to: Develop resident-plans to identify their goals and track progress.
A current and valid Washington State Driver’s license.
CPR certification.

Responsibilities

Supervises the residents of the MIT Health Division’s Youth Recovery Home (YRH).
Assesses the needs of the YRH residents and engages in behavior modification techniques to achieve resident-plan goals.
Monitors resident’s daily living activities ensuring their safety and compliance with YRH rules.
Works closely with YRH Supervisor in developing a behavioral level system designed to reinforce healthy behaviors and reduce negative behaviors.
Provides education and activities to residents to promote positive social skills, independent living skills, and healthy peer relationships.
Provides life coaching around various developmental challenges.
Ensures appropriate referrals are made to Licensed Mental Health and Chemical Dependency professionals when deemed appropriate.
Works with external agencies such as schools, employers, Muckleshoot Child & Family Services (MCFS), the court system, treatment providers, etc. to assist resident in meeting their goals.
Participates in relevant team meetings to ensure a comprehensive and collaborative approach to resident care.
Participates in case management with other staff and YRH Supervisor.
Documents services as deemed necessary by the YRH Supervisor.
Documents and tracks resident progress toward their stated goals.
Maintain the privacy and confidentiality of all protected health information in accordance with the Division’s Policies and Procedures, and in compliance with state and federal regulations.
May be expected to perform a wide range of office and field duties from time to time, which may include driving.