What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavioral Health Specialist - New Beginnings position at Lighthouse Youth & Family Services?
Behavioral Health Specialist
Be part of a team providing innovative life changing residential care to youth in need. The Behavioral Health Specialist utilizes their unique skills and understanding of trauma and mental health to provide direct care to teenage youth in a residential setting. They work as a member of an interdisciplinary team to provide comprehensive service delivery. The Behavioral Health Specialist plays a crucial role by providing and monitoring therapeutic interventions, engaging youth in treatment programing and in motivating a positive peer culture. They are consistent in demonstrating therapeutic communication, unconditional positive regard and empathy during all interactions with youth and their families.
Starting Hourly Rate: $16.92
Part Time 3rd Shift 11 pm to 9 am (Friday and Saturday)
Part Time 2nd Shift 4 pm to 11 pm (Saturday and Sunday)
Part Time 1st Shift 8:00 am - 4:00 pm (Saturday and Sunday)
Full Time, 3rd Shift 11 pm to 9 am (Sunday through Wednesday)
PRN shifts available also
Essential Functions:
- Engages, inspires, and facilitates meaningful engagement with youth, assisting them to explore, create, and meet their own goals.
- Implementation of program goals and objectives to promote a strengths-based, youth-centered approach to assisting residents in achieving individual goals and ultimately transitioning to a less restrictive setting.
- Responsible for supervising youth while maintaining a safe and productive environment at all times.
- Be willing to seek to understand youth’s unique circumstances, personal preferences and goals and incorporate them into daily activities as well as any needed crisis response to help them regain a sense of control.
- Provide individual and group skill training, supervision and support in areas such as self-care, hygiene, community resources, and other life skills as directed by the mental health service plans.
- Provide therapeutic interventions with residents as required and directed by individualized service plans and complete all subsequent documentation.
- In collaboration with clinical staff and clients, formulate, implements and evaluates client care objectives
- Consistently utilizes trauma informed language and a strength-based approach to assist our young men and women to reach their fullest potential
- Complete documentation in an electronic health record (EHR) as required using CareLogic software.
- Facilitate community outings and structured activities as directed.
- Coordinate with oncoming shift regarding resident concerns, building/program needs, and any relevant issues to ensure the smooth operation of the program.
- Attend seminars, training, and other educational opportunities in order to develop and advance professional skills and abilities.
- Participate in all scheduled staff meetings, supervision sessions, and other departmental and agency meetings.
Qualifications:
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Minimum 2 years work experience in serving at risk youth or in a residential program preferred.
- Clean driving record and insurance - may be required to provide transportation to youth for home visits, appointments, or activities
- Ability to handle physical activities, including recreational activities
- Bilingual and/or Sign Language proficiency a plus
Why Work with Lighthouse Youth & Family Services:
- Rewarding career - make a difference in the lives of youth!
- Top Workplace 2023 (https://www.lys.org/lighthouse-youth-family-services-named-a-winner-in-enquirers-2023-top-workplaces-award/)
- Work for a diverse, seasoned, and well-respected agency with engaged leadership team
- Recovery Friendly Workplace
- Ability to work remotely for some roles.
- Competitive pay based on licensure/education.
- Generous Paid Time Off (23 days prorated based on hire date) and Other Paid Leave Options (Holidays, FMLA, Bereavement and Parental Leave)
- Medical, dental, vision, including company paid life and long-term disability insurance.
- 401k Retirement Plan including company match (up to 6%)
- Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Reimbursement Benefit
- Department of Education’s Loan Forgiveness Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Engaging Wellness Program
- Referral Bonus Program
- Licensure renewal reimbursement; paid training and professional development opportunities
- Ability to obtain internal supervision towards increased licensure.
- Paid assistance with obtaining Trauma-Informed Care certification.
- Business casual/casual dress
Join a winning organization with a great culture and work environment and have a rewarding career that impacts the lives of youth and families! Find all open positions at www.lys.org/careers
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