Behavioral Specialist I — Growth, Recovery & Impact

Eliot Community Human Services; Melrose (MA); On-site; USD 23,298 - 33,182; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Time Off

Comprehensive Benefits

401(k) with employer match

Discounted fitness services

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A community service organization in Melrose, MA is seeking a compassionate Behavioral Specialist I to support adults with severe mental health challenges. This role involves providing interventions, assisting in client assessments, and ensuring culturally competent service delivery. A Bachelor’s degree in Psychology or Social Work is required, along with experience in mental health. This position offers work-life balance and professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience working with adults with mental illness.

Responsibilities

• Provide interventions focusing on problem solving and encouragement.
• Assist in ongoing assessments of client symptoms.
• Support clients in their recovery and rehabilitation.
• Ensure culturally competent and strengths-based services.
• Assist clients with transportation to various sites.

Skills

Intervention skills

Cultural competence

Problem-solving

Support and guidance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, or related field

Job description

A community service organization in Melrose, MA is seeking a compassionate Behavioral Specialist I to support adults with severe mental health challenges. This role involves providing interventions, assisting in client assessments, and ensuring culturally competent service delivery. A Bachelor’s degree in Psychology or Social Work is required, along with experience in mental health. This position offers work-life balance and professional growth opportunities.