Behavior Specialist

Job Title: Behavior Specialist Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.00 - $17.00 per hour
Schedule: 12-hour shift, weekends as needed
Education: High school diploma or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience: 1 year of mental health work with adolescents (Required)
Shift Availability: Night Shift (Preferred), Overnight Shift (Preferred), Day Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Job Description:
As a Behavior Specialist, you will play a vital role in providing ongoing supervision and support to adolescent girls residing in a level III group home. Your responsibilities will encompass a range of therapeutic and administrative duties to ensure the well-being and progress of our clients. Key responsibilities include:
Supervision and Support: Provide continuous supervision and support to adolescent girls in a level III group home setting, ensuring their safety and well-being. Accompany Clients: Accompany clients to doctors' appointments and other external appointments as required, providing assistance and support as needed. Facilitate Groups: Facilitate therapeutic groups and activities designed to support the emotional and behavioral needs of adolescent girls. Medication Administration: Administer medication to clients according to prescribed schedules and protocols, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and guidelines. Documentation: Complete daily notes per shift, documenting observations, interactions, and any significant incidents or developments. Therapeutic Engagement: Engage with clients on their individual goals and objectives through therapeutic techniques such as role play, active listening, and empathy. Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent (Preferred)1 year of mental health work experience with adolescents (Required) Ability to pass a criminal background check Availability to work 12-hour shifts, including weekends as needed Willingness to undergo agency-provided training including CPR/First Aid, Medication Administration, and NCI Plus Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team By applying to this job, you agree to receive periodic text messages from this employer and Homebase about your pending job application. Opt out anytime. Msg & data rates may apply.
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