Trauma-Informed Care & Behavior Support Specialist

New Mexico Department of Justice; Farmington (NM); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The New Mexico Children, Youth and Families Department (CYFD) invites applications for the Care and Behavioral Support Specialist FC+ role. You will provide direct care and supervision to children and adolescents during placement transitions, using trauma-responsive approaches to support safety and emotional regulation.

Ideal candidates have experience with complex behavioral needs, strong collaboration with supervisors and caseworkers, and a commitment to accurate documentation and professional

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a related field or equivalent experience.
• Experience with trauma-responsive and de-escalation techniques.
• Ability to de-escalate crises and promote safety.
• Experience coordinating with caseworkers and professionals.

Responsibilities

• Direct supervision and support to ensure safety, stability and emotional regulation for children and adolescents in a transitional setting.
• Implement trauma-responsive strategies to deescalate crises, build trust, and meet individual behavioral and emotional needs.
• Coordinating daily routines and activities, including meals, hygiene, rest and recreation.
• Collaborating with supervisors and caseworkers to share observations, report concerns, and plan next steps for placement and care.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of incidents, observations, and progress to support communication, accountability and quality improvement.
• Participate in debriefings and safety planning to strengthen overall response to youth in transition and promote a safe and stable environment.
• Participate in ongoing training and professional development to strengthen trauma-responsive and crisis-intervention skills.
• Maintain safe and organized environment.

Skills

Trauma-responsive care

Crisis intervention

Documentation

Cultural responsiveness

Collaboration with caseworkers

Education

Bachelor's degree in social work, education, counseling, psychology, sociology, criminal justice or family studies from an accredited college/university

Job description

The New Mexico Children, Youth and Families Department (CYFD) invites applications for the Care and Behavioral Support Specialist FC+ role. You will provide direct care and supervision to children and adolescents during placement transitions, using trauma-responsive approaches to support safety and emotional regulation.

Ideal candidates have experience with complex behavioral needs, strong collaboration with supervisors and caseworkers, and a commitment to accurate documentation and professional