Trauma-Informed Behavior Support Specialist for Youth

Arrow Child & Family Ministries; McAllen (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HSA match

Parental leave

Retirement plan with company match

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Mileage reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement

Learning and development

Job summary

Arrow Child & Family Ministries is seeking a Behavior Support Specialist to deliver family-centered behavioral health services to children and families in home, community, and program settings, following individualized treatment plans and state requirements. The role includes Mental Health Targeted Case Management, skills training, and medication training and support.

Collaboration with caregivers and providers, and thorough documentation in the EHR are essential.

Qualifications

• Must possess a bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, mental health, or another related human services field and at least 1 year of experience with youth in a mental health setting.
• Master’s Degree preferred.
• Frequently required to operate a motor vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Maintains QMHP qualifications, CANS/ANSA, and required trainings as per Texas Administrative Code.
• Provides individualized, trauma-informed services in home, community, and approved settings.
• Provides Mental Health Targeted Case Management through coordination, referrals, and advocacy.
• Delivers authorized Mental Health Rehabilitative Services including skills and medication training.
• Collaborates with clients, caregivers, treatment teams, and providers to support goals.
• Documents services timely in the agency’s EHR according to regulations.
• Participates in supervision, training, and professional development.
• Responds to crises following agency procedures; manages caseload and schedule.
• Performs duties per federal/state regulations, policy, and contract standards.
• Maintains proficiency in EHR, Microsoft Office, and communication systems.
• Drives a vehicle if required and willing to travel for conferences.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Case management

Collaboration with caregivers

Documentation

Crisis response

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social work

Bachelor’s degree in psychology/mental health/related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Electronic Health Record (EHR)

Microsoft Office

Communication systems

Job description

Arrow Child & Family Ministries is seeking a Behavior Support Specialist to deliver family-centered behavioral health services to children and families in home, community, and program settings, following individualized treatment plans and state requirements. The role includes Mental Health Targeted Case Management, skills training, and medication training and support.

Collaboration with caregivers and providers, and thorough documentation in the EHR are essential.