Behavior Aide

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : $20.00 per hour plus mileage

Position : Behavior Aide

Behavioral modification skills training to children / youth and families in areas of communication skills, healthy socialization skills, anger management, stress management, problem solving, community linkage, crisis intervention, environmental safety, resource identification and client advocacy.

Willing to serve the Metropolitan Atlanta and the West Central Georgia Region

Core Responsibilities & Duties :

Demonstrates understanding of the Department of Family and Children Services (DFCS) and assists clients in identifying, securing, and sustaining a range of resources needed to facilitate family independence.

3-5 years work experience in behavioral modification, skills training, and education (Preferred)

Knowledge of the DSM-V diagnosis in children / youth

Knowledge of crisis management interventions, intensive case management, and other rehabilitation supports preferred for at-risk children and youth.

Knowledge of the BIRP Progress note documentation.

Group psychoeducation experience.

Good verbal and written communication skills, also excellent interpersonal skills and team player concepts.

• Participate in case management and other services for patients when needed.

Maintain professional knowledge, skills, and abilities through continuing education opportunities.

Weekly home or school / community contacts hours with assigned case load.

Perform weekly direct contact with identified case load for the purpose of teaching budgeting skills, communication skills, environmental safety, and behavioral management.

Qualifications :

Masters Degree in the Human Services Field

Bachelors Degree in the Human Services Field

High School Diploma / GED with 10 years Human Services experience

Job Type : Full-time

Pay : $20.00 per hour plus mileage

Benefits :

Schedule :

Ability to Commute :

Ability to Relocate :

Work Location : In person