The Behavior Health Specialist II is responsible for the direct supervision of youth while exemplifying and reinforcing the concepts of a strength-based treatment environment that provides and develops positive group and individual strengths at Arrowhead.

Responsibilities:

Build rapport with residents both individually and in groups

Lead, supervise and monitor group work

Monitor and supervise recreation and other assigned on or off-grounds activities

Complete daily shift reports and other required documentation

Distribute medications as prescribed with complete documentation

Provide leadership and mentoring to youth in care

Value diversity and incorporate cultural differences into treatment planning and implementation in order to work effectively in cross-cultural situations. Will pay careful attention to group dynamics and cultural differences and will work closely with treatment staff to determine what adaptations may be needed to better serve our residents.

Model desired behavior traits, help build life skills and help youth in care learn the tools they need to meet their individual goals.

Qualifications

Must possess a Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college/university in a Human Service field of study (social work, psychology, sociology, criminal/juvenile justice or related field.

3-5 years experience working with behaviorally at-risk youth preferred, preference will be given to individuals with experience working in a residential environment

Will adhere to appropriate professional code of Ethics.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills required

Must be willing to become First Aid, CPR and Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certified.

Must be physically capable of lifting a minimum of 50 pounds