Behavioral Health Specialist Sync

1 week ago

Poughkeepsie, NY, United States Astor Services for Children & Families Full time

Behavioral Health Specialist Sync

Poughkeepsie, NY (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=5+BOCES+Road+Poughkeepsie+NY+USA+12601)

Job Type

Part-time

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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Requirements

You must have:

· Bachelor’s Degree in the Human Service or Educational Field with minimum of 2 years’ experience in children’s mental health, addiction, foster care/child welfare/juvenile justice, and/or a related human services field

· Ability to work a flexible schedule to provide services in an array of settings, which may occur in the youth/young adult’s school, home, or community after school hours

· Ability to travel to schools, homes, and community-based locations

· Strong understanding of child development and behavioral management techniques

· Must possess a valid NYS driver’s license (no suspensions, DUI, etc.) and be able to climb and descend stairs

You should have:

· Excellent time-management, communication, and organizational skills

· Ability to take initiative and be creative

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Teams, Outlook, Word)

· Commitment to ongoing professional development and learning

· Knowledge of community-based programs

Salary Description

$23.00-$23.00/hr

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