Behavioral Health Specialist

Greystone Programs, Inc.; Hopewell Junction (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company in behavioral health is seeking dedicated Behavioral Health Specialists to join their mission-driven team. This part-time role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of children and families through community-based services. Responsibilities include family support, crisis planning, and advocacy, requiring a Bachelor's degree and relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree preferred.
• 2 years’ experience working with children in mental/behavioral health.
• Ability to manage your schedule and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized support services to youth and families.
• Help families access resources and strengthen parenting skills.
• Support youth with coping and daily living skills.

Skills

Documentation

Communication

Independent Work

Crisis Support

Education

Bachelor’s degree in an approved DOH field

Master's degree in a related field

Job description

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Behavioral Health Specialist - Part-Time

Are you passionate about helping children and families thrive?

Do you have experience working in mental/behavioral health?

Join a mission-driven team supporting children and families through community-based services.

We are looking for dedicated Behavioral Health Specialists to provide individualized support services to youth and families in the foster care system who are enrolled in our Children’s Waiver Services program. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working independently and flexibly in the community. We have work available in the following towns: Poughkeepsie, Wappingers, Kingston, Pine Plains and Amenia.

What You’ll Do

Depending on your experience and qualifications, you may provide one or more of the following services:

• Family Support & Advocacy: Help families access resources, strengthen parenting skills, and promote shared caregiving.
• Psychosocial Rehabilitation: Support youth in developing coping, communication, and daily living skills.
• Respite Services: Provide caregivers with essential breaks while engaging youth in meaningful activities.
• Pre-Vocational & Supportive Employment Services: Help teens 14+ prepare for and maintain employment.
• Community Advocacy & Training: Collaborate with schools and educate families on special education rights.
• Crisis Support & Treatment Planning: Develop proactive safety plans to reduce hospitalizations and out-of-home placements.
• Day Habilitation Services: Support children with developmental disabilities in developing life and social skills.
  
  

Salary based on which service you provide and range from $25.00/hr to $40.00/hr.

What We’re Looking For

• This position requires a Bachelor’s degree in an approved DOH field of study, AND a minimum of 2 years’ experience working with children with mental/behavioral health needs; or a Master's degree in a related field and 1 year of experience.
• Ability to work independently and manage your schedule
• Strong documentation and communication skills
• Comfort with technology and electronic recordkeeping

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Other

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Individual and Family Services

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