Behavioral Health Professional (BHP) - Early Childhood

Penquis CAP; Bangor (ME); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

14 Paid Holidays

Paid Time off + 3 Days on hire

Paid training for required certs

Retirement plans

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness incentives

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Penquis Adaptive Behavior Services seeks caring Behavioral Health Professionals (BHPs) to provide one-on-one support to children in Head Start classrooms. This full-time, 40-hour-per-week role includes 30 hours as an Early Childhood BHP during school hours and 10 hours as a regular BHP in the afternoon/evening.

Experience with children is preferred, but a caring attitude and willingness to learn are essential. Eligible for benefits and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Kind, patient, and enthusiastic about working with children.
• Dependable and able to work independently within a classroom setting.
• Strong communicator and enjoy collaboration and teamwork!
• Valid driver’s license in good standing with reliable transportation and automobile insurance.
• Interested in child development, education, behavioral health, social services, or related fields.
• Must comply with Penquis background check requirements as outlined in current contract provisions.

Responsibilities

• Build positive, supportive relationships with children.
• Help children develop social, communication, emotional regulation, and daily living skills.
• Encourage participation in classroom routines, activities, and peer interactions.
• Support children in achieving individualized goals through play, learning, and everyday experiences.
• Collaborate with families and educators to promote each child’s success.
• Celebrate small victories that lead to meaningful lifelong growth.

Skills

Communication

Patience

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Behavioral Health Professional (BHP) - Early Childhood

Location

Bangor, Maine

Employment Type

Full Time

Work Arrangement

Community / Field Based

Schedule

This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position. The schedule includes 30 hours as an Early Childhood BHP, Monday-Friday from 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. during school hours, and an additional 10 hours as a regular BHP during afternoon/evening hours.

Benefits Eligibility

Compensation

The rate of pay for this position is $17.89-$23.26 per hour. Starting Pay is $17.89-$20.58 per hour and is negotiable based on experience, internal equity and active certifications.

Do you love working with young children? Are you patient, compassionate, creative, and looking for a career where you can make a meaningful impact every day?Penquis Adaptive Behavior Services seeks caring and dedicated Behavioral Health Professionals (BHPs) to provide one-on-one support to children receiving Section 28 Adaptive Behavior Services within local Head Start classrooms. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a child's journey while working in a supportive, team-oriented environment alongside families and other early childhood professionals.Experience working with children is preferred, but a caring attitude, willingness to learn, and commitment to supporting children are equally important.Hours: This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position. The schedule includes 30 hours as an Early Childhood BHP, Monday-Friday from 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. during school hours, and an additional 10 hours as a regular BHP during afternoon/evening hours.

Responsibilities

• Build positive, supportive relationships with children.
• Help children development social, communication, emotional regulation, and daily living skills.
• Encourage participation in classroom routines, activities, and peer interactions.
• Support children in achieving individualized goals through play, learning, and everyday experiences.
• Collaborate with families and educators to promote each child’s success.
• Celebrate small victories that led to meaningful lifelong growth.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Kind, patient, and enthusiastic about working with children.
• Dependable and able to work independently within a classroom setting.
• Passionate about helping children reach their full potential.
• Strong communicator and enjoy collaboration and teamwork!
• Valid driver’s license in good standing with reliable transportation and automobile insurance.
• Interested in child development, education, behavioral health, social services, or related fields.
• Upon hire and periodically thereafter, you must comply with Penquis background check requirements with satisfactory results as outlined in current contract provisions.
• 14 Paid Holidays (Including your Birthday!)
• Paid Time off+3 Days upon hire
• Paid training for all required certifications
• Retirement Plans
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Wellness Incentives
• Employee Assistance Program

Equal Opportunity and Workplace Information

In accordance with federal regulations, Penquis does not discriminate. Reasonable accommodation will be made for otherwise qualified persons with disabilities. Penquis is a smoke-free workplace.