Youth Behavioral Support Specialist for ASD/ID — Entry Level

Spurwink; Westbrook (ME); On-site; USD 2,480,000 - 3,306,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Scholarships to ME Community Colleges

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Job summary

Spurwink in Maine is seeking a Residential Youth and Family Specialist to support children with emotional and behavioral disorders. Training is provided, and you will join a dedicated team including a BCBA, medical staff, clinicians, supervisors, managers, and a Director to help clients grow and meet goals.

Responsibilities include developing relationships, maintaining safety, planning activities, behavior management, crisis intervention, supervision, and residence management.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must complete BHP licensure requirements within first months of employment.
• Must maintain a valid driver's license and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Develop relationships with clients who have emotional and behavioral disorders.
• Maintain a safe and therapeutic environment and routines.
• Plan and lead group and individual activities to help clients gain skills.
• Perform behavior management, therapeutic duties, and crisis intervention, including restraints.
• Participate in reflective practice and supervision.
• Contribute to the management of the residence.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Spurwink in Maine is seeking a Residential Youth and Family Specialist to support children with emotional and behavioral disorders. Training is provided, and you will join a dedicated team including a BCBA, medical staff, clinicians, supervisors, managers, and a Director to help clients grow and meet goals.

Responsibilities include developing relationships, maintaining safety, planning activities, behavior management, crisis intervention, supervision, and residence management.