School-based Behavioral Health Professional (BHP)

Company: Woodfords Family Services
Location: Leeds
Posted on: April 19, 2024

Job Description:

* $1,500 Sign-on bonus!*

Are looking for a fun, meaningful, and rewarding career? Do you have a passion for teaching and supporting children with intellectual and developmental disabilities? If so, we want to connect with you!

Woodfords Family Services has an exciting opening for School-based Behavioral Health Professionals (BHP) in Leeds, ME! This is a full-time position (37.5 hours per week) that will support a 6-year-old female student in Kindergarten.

Position Summary

As a School-based BHP, you will work one-on-one with a child or adolescent within the public school setting to help achieve learning and development objectives. Individual goals are assessed and related to the learner's behaviors, social skills, personal and daily routines, and community inclusion.

Through the use of evidence-based practices, you will help foster a therapeutic, enriched, and meaningful learning environment for students with developmental, mental health and/or co-occurring disorders.

What we're looking for:

Full-time (37.5 hrs.) Monday through Friday; No Weekends!

8:00am - 3:30pm schedule (hours may vary based on school schedule)

• 20.00 - $22.00/hour - commensurate with experience
• 1,500 Sign-on Bonus - Paid after 6 months employment!
  Qualifications
  
  * Minimum High School Diploma. Associate's or bachelor's degree in psychology, social services, education, or related field preferred.
  
  Ed Tech I, II, or III eligibility.
  
  
  
  • BHP certification (course can be completed as part of employment and paid for by Woodfords)
  • Valid driver's license with current auto insurance and use of a reliable vehicle
    Not certified as a School-Based BHP? We'll you get there!
    
    Woodfords values the success of its employees! Through training, supervision, and ongoing support and mentorship opportunities, BHP's are equipped with the knowledge and resources they need to thrive in their role and lead lasting change for the families they serve!
    
    A glimpse at our benefits package
    
    In addition to joining an inclusive and positive work culture that supports your career goals, Woodfords Family Services is proud to provide a comprehensive benefits package for all full-time employees:
    
    
    • Competitive Health Insurance (with multiple plan options!)
    • Dental & Vision
    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Sick Time
    • 10 Paid Holidays
    • 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with 5% Agency Match
    • Robust Employee Wellness Program
    • Gym/Fitness membership reimbursement
    • Employer-Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
    • Employer-Paid Group Term Life Insurance
    • Employee Assistance Plan (EAP Benefits)
    • Voluntary Supplemental Benefits
    • Exclusive Verizon Discount to Woodfords Family Service Employees
      Who We Are
      
      Woodfords Family Services is a nonprofit organization that's been committed to the support and inclusion of people with special needs and their families in Maine communities for over 55 years! Today, the organization provides an array of clinical, behavioral health and educational programs to more than 2,000 children, youth and adults living with autism, developmental disabilities, intellectual disabilities and/or mental health diagnoses across the state of Maine.
      
      Location: Leeds, ME
      

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