Youth Behavioral Specialist

7 days ago


Staunton, Virginia, United States State of Virginia Full time

Job Description:

This is a career opportunity with the Commonwealth of Virginia, seeking individuals who want to make a difference in the lives of children and adolescents with behavioral and mental health issues.

About the Job:

We are looking for Youth Behavioral Specialists to join our team at the COV Center for Child & Adolescent Care. As a Youth Behavioral Specialist, you will be responsible for providing care and support to children and adolescents in a group home setting.

Salary and Benefits:

The estimated salary for this position is $37,505 (commensurate with experience). The Commonwealth of Virginia offers a robust compensation and benefits package, including overtime pay, set schedules, state pension/retirement plan, health, dental, vision insurance, state disability and life insurance, and paid time off.

Responsibilities:

  • Supervise patients in groups and one-on-one as directed by nursing and clinical staff
  • Ensure the safety and well-being of patients at all times, including those that are aggressive and/or self-injurious
  • Plan and participate in group and individual activities with patients
  • Support patients who are upset and/or aggressive using approved positive therapeutic techniques
  • Assist assigned patients with activities of daily living such as eating, bathing, etc.
  • Document changes in patient behavior, vital signs, sleep pattern, food intake, hygiene, etc.

Requirements:

  • Demonstrated knowledge of child and adolescent development and needs of individuals with disabilities
  • Ability to provide positive statements to individuals served
  • Ability to follow oral and written instructions
  • Ability to provide direction for activities of daily living for youth in care and instruct children/adolescents in basic hygiene and social skills
  • Ability to observe and describe observations orally and in writing in a manner that is easy to understand and legible
  • Ability to communicate with children/adolescents who have a variety of physical and mental disabilities
  • Ability to interact and intervene verbally and physically in crisis situations
  • Ability to lead and oversee children/adolescents and staff in recreational and social activities

Additional Considerations:

  • CNA license
  • Experience in a mental health setting, healthcare, or related setting
  • Coursework or degree in human service field
  • Demonstrated experience with children and/or adolescents
  • Bilingual
  • Veteran

Working with Us:

We value diversity and inclusion in our workforce. We encourage individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. Veterans are also encouraged to apply.

We offer a range of benefits, including overtime pay, set schedules, state pension/retirement plan, health, dental, vision insurance, state disability and life insurance, and paid time off.



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