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Behavioral Health Specialist

$20 per hour

ASTOR

Job Type


Part-time

Description

We are seeking an energetic and compassionate Behavioral Health Specialist for our Serving Youth in their Communities (SYNC) program. In this role, you will be responsible for providing behavioral services for youth/young adults, ages 0-21 in a variety of community-based settings (i.e. home, school, afterschool programs, etc.). The Behavioral Health Specialist will model & support clients with developing coping and social skills, and emotional regulation to promote independence and reduce the risk of needing a higher level of care. Additionally, they will collaborate with clients, families, and other service providers to identify strengths and develop behavior management plans to help stabilize the youth/young adults in their home, school, and community settings.

Responsibilities:
  • Assists client and family members with identifying triggers and supports.
  • Complete assessments and consents with youth/young adult and caregivers.
  • Collaborate with Clinicians, school personnel, families, community agencies, and other professionals to create a supportive environment.
  • Participates in the development and implementation of the treatment plan.
  • Makes home, school, and community visits and maintains contact with treatment team as appropriate in order to address needs of the client.
  • Teaches social, interpersonal, and daily living skills to help stabilize the youth in their home and community settings.

Want to know why our team loves working at Astor? Check out our website for our employee testimonials and discover their stories!

Requirements

You Must Have:

Bachelor's Degree in the Human Service or Educational Field with minimum of 2 years' experience in children's mental health, addiction, foster care/child welfare/juvenile justice, and/or a related human services field.

Ability to work a flexible schedule to provide services in an array of settings, which may occur in the youth/young adult's school, home, or community after school hours.

Ability to travel to schools, homes, and community-based locations.

Strong understanding of child development and behavioral management techniques.

Must possess a valid NYS driver's license (no suspensions, DUI, etc.) and be able to climb and descend stairs.

You Should Have:

Excellent time-management, communication, and organizational skills.

Ability to take initiative and be creative.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Teams, Outlook, Word).

Commitment to ongoing professional development and learning.

Knowledge of community-based programs.

Salary Description


$20-$20/hour
Vacancy posted 1 day ago
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