What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavioral Health Specialist position at Four Oaks Family & Children Services?
Job Details
Position Details
What you will do?
As the Behavioral Health Specialist you will be responsible for playing a critical role in the day-to-day care of our children, including the use of Trauma Informed Care. This treatment method allows us to look beyond a child's behavior to the deeper trauma that caused it. This approach helps heal the child so he/she can truly move successfully into adulthood. Specific responsibilities include:
Services
- Assess treatment needs of the client.
- Prepare & implement a treatment plan with input from client, family, and referral sources.
- Develop and implement an agenda for each session.
- Assesses treatment needs and completes timely remedial/IME assessments and orders for remedial services.
In-Home Support
- Assist in the delivery of parent materials and resources in the home setting.
- Provide a safe learning environment for the parent and child.
- Support the family in the implementation of the child development plan.
- Provide skill development (Treatment).
- Review referral information to determine current level of development and skill needs.
- Prepares/implements a skill development plan based on client developmental level.
- Observe, teach and model appropriate skill development.
- Provide information and feedback on client/family behaviors & progress.
Why Work here?
We are more than a team, we are family! Four Oaks understands the importance of supporting and treating one another as if they were our own family members. We believe in maintaining a healthy work/life balance while providing career paths for everyone. Our organization flourishes in an environment of equal opportunity and fair treatment for all. The effects of diversity and inclusion have created an atmosphere of positivity which connects us to the customers we serve. As a valued team member, you are eligible for:
- Medical, dental & vision insurance
- 401k Retirement plan
- Growth & Advancement opportunities
- Competitive Wages
- Excellent paid leave time package
- 7 paid holidays
- Business casual work environment
- Educational discounts
- Fitness Center Discounts
Qualifications & Program Information
What you need:
To qualify for this position you must have a valid driver’s license, be willing to travel, and meet ONE of the following conditions:
- Bachelor’s Degree in a Human Services related field, and 1 year experience in related field providing group or individual skill building sessions.
- Bachelor’s Degree in a Non-Social Science field, with 2 years experience or 30 hours child mental health training.