Behavior Specialist: PHP/IOP for Youth Mental Health

Ryther Child Center; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental benefits

Paid vacation (15–17 days, prorated)

Sick days (10)

Paid holidays (9 + 1 floating)

Telehealth for household

403b retirement plan

Life insurance $50,000

Student loan forgiveness program

Job summary

Ryther Child Center is seeking a Behavior Specialist for PHP/IOP and Residential programs in Seattle. You will support clients in daily activities, facilitate groups, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to meet individualized treatment goals.

The role involves direct care, documentation, and care coordination within a trauma-informed, equity-centered framework across multiple care levels, with on-site shifts and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a mental health field preferred; alternative is HS diploma/GED with 1+ year experience with children/youth/families.
• Commitment to applying social justice and equity in work.
• Ability to drive and operate agency vehicles is expected.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate daily program activities and skills groups.
• Support clients in learning coping skills and emotional regulation.
• Assist clients toward individualized treatment goals.
• Maintain a safe, therapeutic environment and professional boundaries.
• Complete daily clinical documentation per state/federal regulations.
• Coordinate case management with external providers.

Skills

Bachelor's degree in mental health

Cultural humility and equity lens

Education

Bachelor's degree (mental health field preferred)

High School diploma/GED with 1+ year related experience

Job description

Ryther Child Center is seeking a Behavior Specialist for PHP/IOP and Residential programs in Seattle. You will support clients in daily activities, facilitate groups, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to meet individualized treatment goals.

The role involves direct care, documentation, and care coordination within a trauma-informed, equity-centered framework across multiple care levels, with on-site shifts and ongoing training.