Behavioral Support Specialist

ViaQuest; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 38,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefit package for full-time

Paid-time off

Employee referral bonus

Monthly incentive program

Job summary

ViaQuest Psychiatric & Behavioral Solutions is seeking a Developmental Disabilities Behavioral Support Specialist in Ohio. The role offers an hourly wage of $18.20–$20.90, with Monday to Friday hours and some schedule flexibility.

You will work with a multidisciplinary team to plan individualized supports and treatment, while traveling within the assigned service area. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field or a high school diploma with 3+ years of

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field or a high school diploma or three or more years of relevant field experience.
• Related experience or training with mental or behavioral health conditions.
• Valid driver's license, car insurance and reliable transportation.
• Willingness to travel throughout assigned service area.

Responsibilities

• Provide Therapeutic Behavioral Services to clients by consulting with a licensed clinician.
• Provide service planning for individualized supports or care coordination and development of a treatment plan.
• Provide linkage, interventions, treatment options, restoration of daily life skills and crisis prevention services.
• Provide services to individual clients or groups of clients.
• Promote a positive and cooperative relationship with all outside contacts.

Skills

Travel flexibility

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in related field

High school diploma with 3+ years relevant experience

Job description

Developmental Disabilities Behavioral Support Specialist

$18.20-$20.90 per hour (M-F with some flexibility)

A Great Opportunity

At ViaQuest Psychiatric & Behavioral Solutions we offer unique and individualized care to children, adolescents, adults, the aging population, those with developmental disabilities and those suffering from extreme trauma. Our clients are supported by a team of mental health counselors, social workers, certified nurse practitioners, case managers and psychiatrists to ensure the best outcomes for those we serve.

Responsibilities may include:

• Provide Therapeutic Behavioral Services to clients by consulting with a licensed clinician to assist with the individual's needs.
• Provide service planning for individualized supports or care coordinator of healthcare, behavioral health, non-healthcare services and development of a treatment plan.
• Provide linkage, interventions, treatment options, restoration of daily life skills and crisis prevention services.
• Provide services to individual clients or groups of clients.
• Promote a positive and cooperative relationship with all outside contacts.

Requirements for this position include:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Bachelor's or Master's level degree in a related field or a high school diploma or three or more years of relevant field experience.
• Related experience or training with mental or behavioral health conditions.
• Valid driver's license, car insurance and reliable transportation.
• Willingness to travel throughout assigned service area.

What ViaQuest can offer you:

• Benefit package for full-time employees (including medical, vision, dental, disability and life insurance and a 401k).
• Paid-time off.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Monthly incentive program for exceeding productivity expectations.