Trauma-Informed Behavior Specialist for Youth

SCO Family of Services; Brooklyn (AL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LBA supervision hours for RBT/BCaBA or

Job summary

SCO Family of Services is seeking a qualified Behavioral Health Professional to conduct comprehensive behavioral assessments, develop and monitor individualized support plans, and provide both individual and group-based interventions. You will work closely with health providers, families, and staff to promote trauma-informed, person-centered care while documenting progress and outcomes.

The role emphasizes collaboration, crisis response, and ongoing staff education, with duties assigned by

Qualifications

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in psychology or related field from an accredited institution.
• Plans to enroll in or currently pursuing a Master’s degree.
• Minimum one year experience working with people receiving services or in care.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with team members.
• Reliability in attendance and punctuality.

Responsibilities

• Conduct behavioral assessments to identify strengths, needs, triggers, and support strategies.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized behavior support plans and crisis plans.
• Provide one-on-one and group-based behavioral interventions.
• Support clients in developing coping skills, communication skills, emotional regulation, and conflict resolution strategies.
• Use trauma-informed, person-centered, and affirming approaches in all interactions.
• Provide crisis intervention and de-escalation support when needed.
• Collaborate with mental health providers, case managers, medical staff, families, and community supports.
• Advocate for the youth affirming care and help reduce barriers to accessing services.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential documentation of services, progress, and incidents.
• Monitor progress toward behavioral goals and adjust interventions as appropriate.
• Provide on-going education / training / support of staff and caregivers on effective behavior support strategies.
• Participate in all program planning meetings and case reviews to discuss treatment plan goals, behavioral strategies and objectives, assessments and behavioral observations.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by the Director, Assistant Director and/or Behavioral Health Coordinator of Behavioral Health Services

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

MS Office proficiency

Reliability / punctuality

Flexibility with hours

Education

Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in psychology or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

SCO Family of Services is seeking a qualified Behavioral Health Professional to conduct comprehensive behavioral assessments, develop and monitor individualized support plans, and provide both individual and group-based interventions. You will work closely with health providers, families, and staff to promote trauma-informed, person-centered care while documenting progress and outcomes.

The role emphasizes collaboration, crisis response, and ongoing staff education, with duties assigned by