Behavioral Health Specialist Sync
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
What we provide:
· Opportunities to make a difference in the lives of children and families in need to provide them with hope
· Collaboration with a team of dedicated professionals in a supportive and dynamic environment
· Weekly supervision
· Room for growth and advancement within the organization
· Generous benefits package that includes health insurance, longevity incentives, tuition assistance and federal student loan forgiveness (based on eligibility), vacation and personal days, retirement plan, professional development opportunities, and more
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