Behavior Management Specialist - Residential

The Village Network; Salem (OH); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) plan with company match

PTO 19 days (192 hours) first year

6 paid holidays

Annual bonuses

PTO buybacks

Job summary

The Village Network in Salem, OH seeks a Behavioral Management Specialist - Residential to provide direct care and clinical support in a trauma-informed environment. You will help supervise residential activities, document behavior plans, and assist with transportation, meals, and family communication.

Responsibilities include crisis and individual counseling, psychoeducational groups, and collaboration with teachers and therapists to tailor curricula for youth.

Qualifications

• Diploma or GED is required; a Bachelor's in a Human Services field is preferred.
• 3+ years of behavioral health experience or related degree is desirable.
• Must have computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Provide behavior management in residential areas and document behavior modification.
• Assist transportation for clients and supervise meals and breaks.
• Support teachers/staff with daily operations and parent communications.
• Provide crisis or individual counseling and psych educational groups.
• Coordinate group curricula with teachers and Clinical Therapists.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Diploma/GED

Bachelor's Degree in Human Services

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

# Behavior Management Specialist - ResidentialSalem - Salem, OH 44460## OverviewSalary Range$16.41 - $20.92 HourlyPosition TypeFull TimeJob ShiftAny## Working at The Village Network**Who We Are:**Since 1946, we’ve been providing compassionate treatment to support the behavioral, physical and emotional health of children and families, where the needs of each child are individually assessed and dynamic treatment plans are specifically designed to properly transition them from disruptive to permanent, stable environments. Our services include community-based services, residential treatment, and treatment foster care programs throughout our locations in central and northeast Ohio and West Virginia.**Working at The Village Network:*** The Village Network prides itself on a **Culture of Care**: Come be a part of the mission and a member of a team that has a passion for what they do and the people they serve.* Excellent safety record and training program. The Village Network utilizes **Collaborative Problem Solving** along with **The Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics** to addresses the individual needs of youth and their families.* 4 day work weeks for residential direct care staff. That means a **3 days off every week!*** Competitive salaries and great benefits including a 403(b) plan with both a 5% company contribution and 50% match of the first 7% after 1 year of service.* 192 hours (**YES 19 DAYS!**) of PTO offered in the first year in addition to 6 paid holidays for fulltime employees with potential for PTO buy back for unused time.* 12-year history of providing annual bonuses, as well as offering PTO Buybacks.* Advancement Opportunities: The Village Network is a growing organization and we aim to **promote from within**.## Summary, Job Description, and Qualifications**Job Title: Behavioral Management Specialist - Residential****Shift: Days and Nights****Reports To: Program Supervisor or Manager****Direct Reports: None**---**Summary:**As a partner in building brighter futures for youth and their families, your role will be to provide direct care and other related technical and clinical support activities that align with The Village Network’s Mission, Vision & Values.**Trauma-Informed Workplace Note:**The Village Network wants to be a great place to work, and we are committed to being a trauma-informed and responsive workplace, believing the practices that help people heal and thrive in our services should also guide how we treat and interact with each other. As an employee of TVN, you will endeavor to learn and practice:* Making physical and psychological safety a priority.* Being open and honest, especially when things are hard, without fear of retribution.* Supporting each other.* Ensuring clarity of responsibilities and accountability of self and others.* Working together collaboratively.* Actively listening and creating space for giving or receiving feedback, recognizing it may or may not be applied.* Treating people with dignity and respect.**Essential Tasks, Duties, and Responsibilities:*** Assists in the transportation needs when not temporarily assigned to other program needs.* Provides behavior management in assigned areas, keeps clients on task, and documents behavior modification system.* Assists teacher /staff with daily operation of assigned area. Assists with attendance, communication with parents and referring agencies. Provides transportation if necessary. Oversees meal time and breaks.* Provides crisis and/or individual counseling, groups for youth under supervision. This must be coordinated with the teacher and/or Clinical Therapist.* Provides psych educational groups for youth. Selects curriculum based on group’s needs, in coordination with teachers and/or Clinical Therapists.* Assists in the behavioral management of the residential campus when not assigned to other program needs.* Performs other duties as required.**Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:*** Ability to use a computer; proficiency with Microsoft Office products.* Must be 21 years of age or older.* Diploma/GED required.* 3+ years of behavioral health experience or Bachelors Degree in a Human Services related field desired.* Valid Ohio Driver’s License and maintains a driving record that allows that individual to be insurable with the insurance company providing The Village Network with vehicle insurance. In addition, travel to homes of clients/students is necessary.**Physical Demands:*** Ability to comply with The Village Network requirements for using restraints including sufficient strength and completion of extensive training.* Ability to handle bending, stooping, lifting, pushing, reaching, and walking for periods of time.* Must be able to lift 20 pounds independently.* Must be able to remain alert to problems, needs or emergencies that might arise on any shift, maintaining a safe environment for the clients.* Ability to communicate (verbal and written) with all levels or personnel, internal and external to the company.**Check out our website to learn more about The Village Network** **https://thevillagenetwork.org/** **and visit the Careers page to explore additional opportunities and check out our benefits brochure.**