Youth Behavioral Specialist

6 days ago


Renton, Washington, United States Friends of Youth Full time
Job Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Youth Behavioral Specialist to join our team at Friends of Youth. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are passionate about working with adolescents and making a positive impact in their lives.

About the Role

The successful candidate will provide therapeutic support and behavioral intervention to adolescent males in our residential family services division. This includes assisting in safety planning and behavior plans, facilitating groups, and implementing our behavior management system. In conjunction with other employees, you will help create a safe and caring environment for vulnerable youth in the milieu who are preparing to transition to become more self-sufficient.

Key Responsibilities
  1. Mentors' youth, assists program employees in providing stabilization of the youth, teaches social skills, and works with the minor on existing behavioral issues with the Mental Health Clinician.
  2. Co-creates the youth's behavioral plan and treatment plan with the Mental Health Clinician and the program team.
  3. Coaches' skill use in stressful situations, using Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, specifically Distress Tolerance Skills and Emotion Regulation Skills.

Requirements
  1. Bilingual in English/Spanish
  2. Bachelor of Arts or Science Degree in the social service field.
  3. One year of experience working with youth.

What We Offer
  • Generous time off including 15 vacation days per year, paid sick leave, 11 paid holidays, 2 social justice leave days per year for full-time employees
  • Health insurance package including medical, dental, vision, 24/7 access to telehealth, long term disability and life insurance
  • Retirement plan with match

Salary Information
The estimated salary for this position is $45,000 - $52,000 per year, depending on qualifications and experience.
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