Assistant Program Coordinator

Overview:  

Supports and assists the Program Coordinator in the operations, supervision and management of the Day Treatment program. Provides a safe and effective learning environment for children in accordance with the philosophy and mission of Behaven Kids.

Essential Duties:

• Assists Program Coordinator in supervising the implementation of the Behaven Kids model of care.

• Assists Program Coordinator in supervising and monitoring direct care staff, service delivery, and program activities to ensure quality and consistency.

• Assists Program Coordinator in identifying, monitoring, and implementing treatment goals and objectives.

• Carries out duties of Program Coordinator in his/her absence.

• Prepares, updates and maintains documentation and children’s records.

• Provides orientation, training and development opportunities for staff.

• Provides a safe, structured learning environment.

• Interacts with children in a professional, positive manner.

• Communicates effectively with parents, peers, and supervisor.

• Ensure compliance with state licensing, health department, Behaven Kids policies and procedures, and fire and safety regulations.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• High School degree (required).

• Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, psychology, human services or related field (preferred).

• A combination of education and experience might be accepted as a substitute for bachelor’s degree.

• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to work in active environment and lift up to 50 lbs.

Location:
Lincoln, NE

Employment type:

• Full-time

Behaven Kids:

Behaven Kids is the most unique and recognized mental health program in Nebraska, with over 20 years of experience in changing the lives of the children we serve. At Behaven Kids, you will see first-hand our passion for helping children and families with therapeutic interventions, based on our behavioral health programs and services that have been developed, tailored, and researched by recognized specialists in building positive child behaviors.

ABA services are complemented with outpatient therapy services and a specialized day care program, designed to provide the best services a family needs to maximize each child’s potential for individual success. We achieve all these thanks to our passionate and committed team, that deliver high-quality services to our clients, in a diverse and inclusive work environment.

This is more than a job, it’s a calling! This is an opportunity to foster curiosity, creativity, and compassion in children - all while helping them develop a lifelong love of learning.

Behaven Kids is growing! Our great work culture promotes a team of dedicated, innovative, and spirited individuals who are also looking to build a career. Please do NOT apply if you are NOT interested in generating impact to society, building on a positive workplace culture, and evolving in your career.

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All salaries are commensurate with experience and include an attractive benefits package. Behaven Kids is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in its workforce. We encourage candidates that will help us live out this commitment to apply.

Behaven Kids is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant or employee because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, or military or veteran status in accordance with federal law. In addition, Behaven Kids complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every jurisdiction in which it maintains facilities. Behaven Kids also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable laws.

This job posting provides a general list of the essential responsibilities and qualifications required for this position. It does not represent a contract for employment and Behaven Kids reserves the right to change the description and/or posting at any time without notice.

When applying, please DO NOT include any of the following information with your job application: Social Security number; driver's license number or state-issued identification card number; financial account number, or credit or debit card number.