ACCS Behavioral Health Specialist II

Eliot Community Human Services; Topsfield (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Eliot Community Human Services is seeking dedicated professionals to provide support and interventions to individuals in a behavioral program. The role involves working closely with clients to promote recovery and rehabilitation while ensuring their safety and well-being. Ideal candidates will have a background in Psychology or Social Work and a passion for making a difference in the community.

Benefits

75% Company Contribution to Medical and Dental Insurance

12 Paid Holidays

15 to 20 Vacation Days Annually

12 Sick Days Annually

401(k) Retirement Plan With Employer Match

100% Company Paid Short & Long Term Disability Insurance

Employee Referral Bonus

$3000 Dollar Tuition Reimbursement Annually

Comprehensive Staff Orientation and Training Programs

Professional Development Assistance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Psychology or Social Work or a related field required.
• 2-3 years experience working with adults having severe and persistent mental illness preferred.
• Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle required.

Responsibilities

• Provide side by side interventions focusing on problem solving and skills training.
• Assist in ongoing assessment of symptoms and responses to staff interventions.
• Administer and monitor medications according to regulations.

Skills

Communication Skills

Med Administration

Computer Software Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Psychology or Social Work or a related field

Job description

Nike Village 55 Plus
14 Nike Vlg
Topsfield, Town of, MA 01983, USA

Nike Village 55 Plus
14 Nike Vlg
Topsfield, Town of, MA 01983, USA

Join one of Massachusetts' largest social service nonprofits: We will empower you, provide professional development and mobility, and are committed to creating a Diverse, Inclusive, and Equitable workplace. Work for an agency that believes in it's staff and offer numerous benefits encouraging work-life balance and furthering your education.

Apply to work at Eliot TODAY!

We provide in-house training, including First Aid & CPR, and will provide you with the skills to make a difference in people's lives!

Responsibilities:

• Provide side by side interventions to Persons that focus on problem solving, skills training, modeling behavior, optimism and encouragement.
• Assist the team and Persons in providing on-going assessment of symptoms and responses to staff interventions.
• Participate in the development treatment plans and ensure that the Person is at the center of the process and that the interventions are clinically based.
• Support Persons in their desire for recovery and rehabilitation in the development of their goals. 3. Provide specific interventions and supports to specialty population within the IGLE.
• Ensure the safety of the specialty population and the community by adhering to monitoring plans to support Persons.
• Administer and monitor Person medications in accordance with agency, DMH and DPH regulations, policies and procedures.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in either Psychology or Social Work or a related field
• Valid driver's license
• Reliable vehicle
• Ideally 2-3 years prior experience working with adults having severe and persistent mental illness

Schedules:

Nike Behavioral Program:

• Sunday, Monday & Friday 11pm-7am (24 hours)
• Sunday-Thursday, 3pm-11pm (40 hours)

PAY: $21/hr

Eliot's benefits include the following:

• 75% Company Contribution toMedical and Dental Insurance,
• 12 Paid Holidays, 15 to 20 Vacation Days Annually,12 Sick Days Annually
• 401(k) Retirement Plan With Employer Match
• 100% Company Paid Short & Long Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Referral Bonus
• $3000 Dollar Tuition Reimbursement Annually
• Comprehensive Staff Orientation and Training Programs &Professional Development Assistance
• Credit Union Affiliation

Eliot is committed to identifying and dismantling barriers that prevent people with marginalized racial identities from actualizing their full employment potential, assuming leadership roles, or from fully engaging at all levels in the workplace.

Qualifications

Skills

Preferred

Computer Software Skills

Intermediate

Med Administration

Intermediate

Communication Skills

Intermediate

Behaviors

:

Motivations

:

Education

Required

Bachelors or better in Social Work or related field.

Experience

Preferred

3 years:

3 years:

Experience with specific population

Licenses & Certifications

Required

MA Driver's License

Equal Opportunity Employer
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