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Behavioral Health Specialist (Youth Development Center)

Lighthouse Youth & Family Services
Union, KY Full Time
POSTED ON 2/28/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/25/2025

Behavioral Health Specialist (Youth Development Center)

Do YOU enjoy helping youth ages 11-18 years old? If so, we may have the role YOU are looking for!

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.

Competitive pay based on licensure and educational experience.

Starting Hourly Rate - $16.92 and up

Available Shifts

Full Time 40 hours Monday through Friday 8 : 00 am to 4 : 00 pm

PRN openings1st and 3rd shift hours

Essential Functions :

  • Supervise youth in a residential setting, provide crisis intervention as needed.
  • Provide direct monitoring of youth and facility throughout the work shift.
  • Document any significant events in the log and progress notes, complete incident reports when appropriate.
  • Plan and supervise recreation activities, assistant in meal preparation.

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 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.
  • 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 lys.org / careers.

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