What are the responsibilities and job description for the Therapeutic Behavioral Special position at New School for Child Development?
If you are driven by a desire to make a meaningful difference in your community and shape brighter futures, The Help Group is the organization for you! We're one of the largest nonprofits of our kind in the U.S., offering diverse programs for individuals and families affected by autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, developmental delays, abuse, mental health and social-emotional challenges. Since our founding in 1975, we've grown significantly, expanding our reach to meet the evolving needs of our community. Today, we offer unparalleled academic programs, mental health support, therapy, life coaching, vocational training, specialized social and residential programs, and resources for LGBTQ youth and families. These initiatives touch the lives of over 6,000 clients a year and continue to expand in reach and impact. At the heart of The Help Group's mission is a steadfast commitment to empowering individuals to reach their full potential and live positive, productive, and fulfilling lives. We invite passionate professionals to join us in supporting the development of our students, clients, and residents as we grow! Here, you'll find not just a job, but an opportunity to grow your career in a deeply rewarding environment!
Come be part of a team dedicated to empowering adolescents, adults and families facing mental health, social and emotional challenges because everyone deserves a great future. Through strategic partnerships with governmental agencies and innovative programs like Outpatient Services (OP) and Reach, we foster long-term skills and support systems, enhancing the well-being of individuals and families across all stages of life.
Position Details:
- Full-Time
- Location: Van Nuys
Key Responsibilities
- Ensures the safety of the child or youth in the community setting.
- Identifies, initiates, and maintains effective working relationships with community workers and other mental health providers involved in service delivery.
- Communicates regularly with supervision clinical staff and program director regarding client progress and challenges.
- Prepares and provides approved individualized behavioral interventions as required to meet target goals.
- Assists the client with daily routines and social interactions within the home, school, and community.
- Collaborates with mental health providers and team members in the development, implementation, monitoring, and achievement of target goals and objectives for treatment.
- Identifies and develops intervention strategies to be utilized by families or foster families during targeting daily routines, which are problematic for clients.
- Shares information regarding positive behavioral interventions with family or caretakers.
- Documents, in writing, daily interventions and forwards information to designated location.
- Establishes positive and supportive relationship with child/youth and his or her family/caretaker; and maintains appropriate professional boundaries in accordance with The Help Group policy and procedures.
- Communicates with teachers, clinicians, childcare workers, parents, community workers, and others directly involved with the client regarding goals and objectives.
- Be on-call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week; and occasionally available during the weekend and night hours to assist the client meet his/her goals.
- Participates in continual and required training relevant to Therapeutic Behavioral Specialists and mental health treatment.
- Presents a professional image to families, community, and governmental organizations/ departments at all times.
Qualifications
- A Bachelor's Degree (BA, BS) in social work, psychology, education, or related discipline from an accredited college or university with one year of full time experience
- Physical ability to maintain a level of physical activity commensurate with the activity level of the child/youth and to engage in basic lifting, walking, and driving as required.
- Current California Driver's License and a driving record acceptable to the Agency's insurance carrier, if required by job duties.
- The ability to be a positive role model for staff and exercise appropriate judgment in all situations
- Very effective communication and interpersonal skills to relate and work with referral sources, agency staff, parents, and families in the community.
Benefits
The Help Group offers wonderful training opportunities, a supportive, professional work environment, and great benefits, including:
- Insurance plans for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance - options for 100% employer sponsored plans
- Opportunity to earn productivity bonuses
- 403b Retirement Plan
- 529 College Savings Plan
- Employee Assistance Program through MetLife
- Flexible Spending Account
- Vacation and Sick Leave
- Benefit Hub - Employee Rewards and Incentives
- Pet Insurance
Learn more about our Community Programs here:
Outpatient Services
REACH
www.thehelpgroup.org
The salary range represents the low and high end of the salary someone in this role may earn as an employee of The Help Group. Salaries will vary based on various factors, including but not limited to, professional and academic experience, certification, training, responsibilities of the position, and other business and organizational needs. The range listed is just one component of our total compensation package for employees. Salary decisions are dependent on the circumstances of each hire. The Help Group reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. If your requirements fall outside of this range, you are still welcome to apply.
We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.
