What are the responsibilities and job description for the Academic Youth Counselor position at Connections for Kids?
ONLY APPLY IF YOU HAVE AT LEAST 90 COLLEGE CREDITS.
Connections for Kids is one of Maine’s leading mental health agencies and for 26 years has been making a difference in the lives of children and families!
Position: K-8 Behavioral Health Professional
Location: Portland Kids' Academy, South Portland, Maine
Compensation: Up to $23/hr Plus Excellent Benefits!
Schedule: Monday-Friday, School Day Hours!
QUALIFICATIONS:
- At least 90 college credits (3 years)
- Have a valid drivers license with proof of auto insurance
- Are a positive person with a strong work ethic
BENEFITS:
- TUITION REIMBURSEMENT!
- Medical,
- Dental,
- Vision,
- 11 paid holidays,
- Relaxed and casual work environment,
- Convenient school hours, Monday through Friday,
- Company issued Chromebook,
- Participation in the Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program,
- Discounted pet insurance,
- Discounts to a host of local businesses including an 18% discount for Verizon,
- A 403b plan with matched contributions after a year of employment,
- Short-term disability coverage,
- Complimentary long-term disability coverage and life insurance at no cost,
- Paid BHP certification, Safety Care training and First Aid/CPR!
- 34 paid days off in your first year and increases the longer you're with our team!
Description:
Portland Kids' Academy (grades K-8) is a private special education school that blends behavioral support services with education for 10 students who have a mental health diagnosis that includes conduct disorders, anxiety and PTSD. As a BHP for Connections for Kids you'll work alongside a licensed clinician and school personnel to provide support and teach behavioral management skills for our small group of students. This is a full time, school year position with time off for school vacation weeks and includes a 6 week summer program between July and August, located in South Portland, ME.
Connections for Kids is an Equal Opportunity Employer!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Up to $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- Are you willing to complete a criminal background check?
- Do you have at least 90 college credits? (3 Years of college)
Education:
- Associate (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $23