What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavior and Mental Health Support Specialist position at Boys & Girls Club of Whatcom County?
Where passion meets impact
At Boys & Girls Clubs of Whatcom County, our goal is to develop our next generation of community leaders. We are proud to be the largest youth serving organization in Whatcom County and we are always looking for dedicated educators to enrich our classrooms, Clubhouses, and our community. We believe it is important for our team to reflect the diverse neighborhoods we are located in and strive to be a safe, patient place for all kids.
Our Clubhouse Operations are actively seeking (1) full-time Behavior & Mental Health Support Specialist that is available Monday through Friday from 10:00 am - 6:30 pm.
Our B&MHSS plays a critical role in helping our members gain access to mental and behavioral health supports within the Club community, out-of-school-time opportunities, and programs for youth Kindergarten through Fifth grade. The B&MHSS embeds trauma-informed care and a responsive approach to youth development throughout our four Clubhouses. We work together to create a safe and nurturing environment by meeting kids where they are at. This individual will also fully embody BGCWC's DNA Culture Code and amplify it within their teams. Learn about our DNA code here: BGCWC DNA Code.
If you are passionate about helping elementary aged kids develop social-emotional skills and want to make a difference, you've come to the right place!
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PAY RANGE: $23.00 - 29.67 per hour
BENEFITS:
- Employee assistance program (free to all employees)
- Paid holidays (8 for Full-Time and 5 for Part-Time) 1 self-selected holiday per year
- Medical insurance for Full-Time (employee pays $81/month for employee only coverage)
- Dental insurance for Full-Time (base plan paid 100% by BGCWC for employee only coverage)
- Vision insurance for Full-Time (plan paid 100% by BGCWC for employee only coverage)
- Life Insurance/Supplemental/Spouse/Children Insurance available (50% of life insurance premium paid by BGCWC) for Full-Time employees
- Short Term Disability (50% of premium paid by BGCWC) for Full-Time employees
- Long Term Disability (50% of premium paid by BGCWC) for Full-Time employees
- No weekend work
- Sick Days accrual per WA State Sick Leave Law for part-time employees; more generous for full-time employees
- 401k plan after 60 days (up to 6% match after 1 year of service)
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and our employees are people with different strengths, experiences and backgrounds, who share a passion for improving people's lives. We value diversity - in backgrounds and experiences - and encourage people from all swaths of life to apply. Together we can build great futures for all youth in our community.
Salary : $23 - $30
