Behavior Specialist Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, or a related field.
• At least two years of direct treatment experience with clients with a mental health diagnosis under supervision; supervised internship hours count toward this requirement.
• Eligibility for Agency Affiliated Counselor status through the Washington Department of Health; assistance is provided.
• Valid Washington Driver’s License, clean driving record, and active auto insurance.
• Ability to pass fingerprinting and background checks.

Responsibilities

• Work with adults age 18 and older transitioning from higher levels of care.
• Develop Safety and Crisis Plans and Individual Behavior Support Plans.
• Meet weekly with clients to support progress toward identified goals.
• Collaborate with family members and residential staff to support client success.
• Provide education and guidance to support systems on effective behavioral strategies.
• Maintain ongoing evaluations, progress notes, and documentation.
• Monitor client progress and identify behaviors requiring intervention.
• Participate in an after-hours phone crisis response rotation.

Benefits

• Competitive pay of $25–$30 per hour.
• Opportunity for incentive-based pay up to 10% biweekly.
• Flexible, self-managed schedule.
• Paid vacation days that increase with tenure.
• Separate sick leave that rolls over annually.
• Up to 10 paid holidays.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• DailyPay access to earned wages before payday.
• Training, development, and continuing education credits.
• Annual licensure dues reimbursement for fully licensed staff.
• 401(k).
• Free licensure supervision.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Pet insurance.
• National discounts on shopping, travel, Verizon, and entertainment.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Cell phone stipend.