Behavioral Health Specialist

4 weeks ago


Albany, New York, United States Berkshire Farm Center Full time
Job Summary

The Behavioral Health Specialist - Per Diem is responsible for coordinating rehabilitative and support services for youth and families, ensuring a safe and therapeutic environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Maintain positive partnerships with referring agencies and staff, coordinating required services and communicating effectively.
  • Provide rehabilitative and supportive services for youth and families, driven by treatment, service, and discharge plans.
  • Complete all state-mandated and agency documentation according to policy and regulatory requirements.
  • Assist in ensuring a safe and therapeutic environment, attending internal and external meetings and case reviews.
  • Deliver rehabilitative psychoeducation and supports, strengths-based service planning, and strategies for success.
  • Facilitate personal and community competence, daily living skills, and community integration to restore, rehabilitate, and support youth and families.

Requirements:

  • Minimum of a bachelor's degree in social work or a related field.
  • Requires 2 years of applicable experience with children, including mental health, foster care, child welfare, juvenile justice, or related human services.
  • Demonstrated ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with extreme discretion, knowledge of HIPAA regulations.
  • Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving history, with travel required.
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule, including after-school hours and evenings as necessary.

Salary Range:

$20.91/hour (bachelor's + 2 years' experience), $21.63/hour (bachelor's + 5 years' experience).



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