Behavior Specialist II - CARES-1503

Join to apply for the Behavior Specialist II - CARES-1503 role at Fred Finch Youth & Family Services

Brief Description

Fred Finch Youth & Family Services is a great place to work. Year after year, our employees make the difference in helping those with mental health issues. Whether you are just starting your career or a seasoned professional, you'll be able to find the right spot to help others.

Fred Finch CARES provides comprehensive, innovative, effective services supporting children, youth, young adults, and families living with autism, neurodevelopmental disorders, mental health concerns, and histories of significant trauma and loss. Utilizing research-based interventions and best practices, our programs are individualized to meet the specific needs of each child, youth, and family.

Our staff is compassionate, committed, and innovative in our solutions. At CARES, our values are not just what we say, but what we do. You can see it in every program. All the services we develop respond to the needs of our local communities. At CARES, we value diversity and inclusion and are committed to having a robust workforce which is representative of the cultural and linguistic needs of those we serve. We offer flexible schedules and prioritize self-care and work life balance.

Job Description

Join our team as : Behavior Specialist II

What You Will Do

Under direction, provides a variety of behavioral interventions and rehabilitative services to participants in individual and / or group settings to facilitate behavior modification, skill building, and self-care and safety; demonstrates and coaches participants on the use of effective skills and coping strategies and techniques; collaborates with other Fred Finch Youth and Family Services / CARES (FF) programs and other social services providers and behavioral health professionals; and performs related duties as assigned. Provides treatment with dignity and shows therapeutic understanding with all participants including people who differ in race, ethnicity, gender, and economic background, country of origin, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, and education.

Shifts Available

Full-Time- Non-Exempt. Schedule TBD

Amazing Benefits : 21 PTO Days per year

9 Nationally Observed Holidays

401k matching up to 6%

Affordable monthly health care premiums

What You Bring to The Table (requirements) :

Qualifications

• Knowledge of developmental milestones of children, youth, or young adults.
• Knowledge of individuals with mental health diagnoses and / or developmental disabilities.
• Knowledge of behavioral approaches to treatment.
• Knowledge of cultural responsiveness in working with diverse families and communities.

Ability to

EDUCATION And EXPERIENCE

Education

Experience

One (1) year of progressively responsible experience providing related experience in individual and / or group settings may be considered equivalent to one year of post-secondary education, with four years considered equivalent to a bachelor's degree.

Licenses and Certifications

Our Mission

Fred Finch Youth & Family Services partners with individuals and communities to provide culturally responsive services that cultivate mental and physical resilience and wellness.

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