Job Details
Level
Experienced
Job Location
Cedar Rapids - Cedar Rapids, IA
Position Type
Full-Time / Part-Time
Education Level
Bachelor's Degree
Job Shift
1st Shift
Job Category
Nonprofit - Social Services
BHIS-CEDAR RAPIDS
What you will do?
As the Behavioral Health Specialist you will be responsible for playing a critical role in the day-to-day care of our children, including the use of Trauma Informed Care. This treatment method allows us to look beyond a child's behavior to the deeper trauma that caused it. This approach helps heal the child so he / she can truly move successfully into adulthood. Specific responsibilities include :
Services
- Assess treatment needs of the client.
- Prepare & implement a treatment plan with input from client, family, and referral sources.
- Develop and implement an agenda for each session.
- Assesses treatment needs and completes timely remedial / IME assessments and orders for remedial services.
In-Home Support
Assist in the delivery of parent materials and resources in the home setting.Provide a safe learning environment for the parent and child.Support the family in the implementation of the child development plan.Provide skill development (Treatment).Review referral information to determine current level of development and skill needs.Prepares / implements a skill development plan based on client developmental level.Observe, teach and model appropriate skill development.Provide information and feedback on client / family behaviors & progress.Qualifications & Program Information
What you need :
To qualify for this position you must have a valid driver's license, be willing to travel, and meet ONE of the following conditions :
Bachelor's Degree in a Human Services related field, and 1 year experience in related field providing group or individual skill building sessions.Bachelor's Degree in a Non-Social Science field, with 2 years experience or 30 hours child mental health training.