Impactful Early Childhood Behavioral Health Specialist

Hranbct; New Britain (CT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

HRA of New Britain, Inc. in New Britain, CT is seeking a Behavioral Health Specialist to deliver behavioral health services within the Early Childhood Education Program.

The role emphasizes family engagement, collaboration with EDMS, RTBI, and the development of Behavior Support Plans to support children and families. Qualifications include a BA/BS in a related field and at least three years of professional experience, with strong communication and documentation skills.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree in Psychology, Social Work, Education, Marriage and Family Therapy, Counseling or related human services field is required.
• Three years minimum professional experience required.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with strong documentation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provides classroom-based social-emotional instruction to groups as assigned.
• Performs formal classroom observations and reports outcomes on schedule.
• Relates resources on early childhood development to families and documents contacts.
• Collaborates with Education Disabilities Managers to provide behavior management strategies.
• Participates in RTBI meetings and liaises between team and families.
• Writes Behavior Support Plans using recognized approaches with the RTBI team.
• Supports staff and families in implementing Behavior Support Plans.
• Conducts home visits for observation and plan implementation support.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Documentation skills

Computers & office systems

Interpersonal skills

Education

BA/BS in Psychology or related field

Tools

Office software

Job description

HRA of New Britain, Inc. in New Britain, CT is seeking a Behavioral Health Specialist to deliver behavioral health services within the Early Childhood Education Program.

The role emphasizes family engagement, collaboration with EDMS, RTBI, and the development of Behavior Support Plans to support children and families. Qualifications include a BA/BS in a related field and at least three years of professional experience, with strong communication and documentation skills.