Behavioral Health Specialist

Paycom - ATS; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

New Beginnings in Cincinnati is seeking a Youth Worker to connect with young people, build relationships, and help them discover strengths, confidence, and goals. You will be a mentor, coach, and trusted support in a safe, positive environment.

This on-site role emphasizes trauma-informed strategies (TBRI), group activities, and collaborative teamwork to meet each youth’s needs. Shifts include Fri-Mon 3:00 PM–11:00 PM or Sat-Sun 8:00 AM–4:00 PM; prior experience with at-risk youth preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; higher degree preferred.
• At least 1 year of experience with at-risk youth or in residential settings.
• Background in education, social work, or psychology is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Build meaningful, positive relationships with youth.
• Encourage youth to reach personal, social, and educational goals.
• Plan and participate in fun group activities and community outings.
• Use trauma-informed approaches (TBRI) to support youth.
• Support youth during challenging moments and help regain control.
• Maintain a safe, structured, welcoming environment.
• Collaborate with a team to meet individual youth needs.

Skills

Patience

Compassion

Dependability

Flexibility

Education

High School diploma/GED

Associates or higher degree

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: New Beginnings - Cincinnati, OH, Salary Range: $17.00 - $25.63Hourly,

Youth Worker – Make a Difference Every Day!

Are you someone who enjoys connecting with young people, building relationships, and making a positive impact? Join our team as a Youth Worker and help young people discover their strengths, build confidence, and work toward their goals!

As a Youth Worker, you’ll be part mentor, coach, cheerleader, and trusted support. You’ll create a safe and positive environment where youth can learn, grow, have fun, and feel supported.

What You’ll Do

• Build meaningful, positive relationships with youth.
• Encourage youth to reach their personal, social, and educational goals.
• Plan and participate in fun group activities and community outings.
• Use TBRI (Trust-Based Relational Intervention) and trauma-informed strategies.
• Support youth during challenging moments and help them regain a sense of control.
• Maintain a safe, structured, and welcoming environment.
• Work as part of a team to support each young person’s individual needs and goals.

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone who is patient, compassionate, dependable, flexible, and ready to make a difference! If you enjoy helping others, thinking on your feet, and celebrating the small wins, this could be the opportunity for you.

Available Schedules

1 Open Position: Friday–Monday | 3:00 PM–11:00 PM

3 Open Positions: Saturday–Sunday | 8:00 AM–4:00 PM

This is an on-site, hands-on position where every day can bring a new opportunity to make an impact.

Come join us and be part of something bigger—helping young people grow, succeed, and reach their fullest potential!

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

• 1. High School diploma/GED.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Associates or higher degree.
• At least 1 year of experience in serving at risk youth or in a residential program.
• A background or college courses in education, social work, or psychology.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• CPR / First Aid certified.
• Ability to handle physical activities, including recreational activities
• Good driving record