Section 28 Behavioral Health Professional (BHP)

UCP of Maine; Waterville (ME); On-site; USD 25,485 - 26,174; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Referral bonuses

Professional development funds

Job summary

UCP of Maine seeks a Behavioral Health Professional to support children and young adults in home and community settings. Training is provided if you lack BHP certification, with opportunities to earn $18.50–$19.00 per hour (certified vs. non-certified) as you gain experience.

Responsibilities include teaching daily living skills, learning behavioral techniques with supervisors, and coaching families on using these strategies to meet goals.

Qualifications

• GED/HS diploma required or higher.

Responsibilities

• Teach daily living skills to children and young adults with behavioral and social needs.
• Work with supervisors to learn techniques to help clients meet goals.
• Collaborate with families to apply these techniques.

Skills

Empathy

Adaptability

Education

GED

High School Diploma

Associates Degree

Job description

Section 28 BHP (Behavioral Health Professional)

New Wage increase: Starting at $19.00 per hour for Certified BHP's (negotiable with experience); $18.50 not certified - will train.

If you're looking for a rewarding position, you will make a significant difference in the lives of the children and young adults we support by working directly with them in home and community settings. Experience is welcome but not required. If you do not have your BHP certification, the training will be provided at no cost. If you are energetic, enjoy working with children and are looking to make a difference, we want to hear from you!

Section 28 BHP is a skill building program for children to help children improve social skills, increase independence with daily life skills and to safely regulate behavior. Some of the ways in which you'll support the children and young adults in the Section 28 program include:

• Teach daily living skills to children and young adults with a variety of behavioral and social needs.
• Work closely with supervisors to learn techniques to help the client meet their goals.
• Work with the families to help them use those techniques.

Some benefits of working for UCP

• Flexible schedule - primary hours after school and on weekends.
• High quality support and supervision.
• Referral bonuses for bringing people you know to work for us.
• Professional development funds.

Job Requirements

• GED, High School Diploma, Associates Degree.
• Clean driving records and valid driver's license (minimum of 3 years).
• Motor vehicle insurance & registration.
• Reliable transportation.