Behavior and Mental Health Support Specialist
Bellingham, WA Bellingham, WA Full-time Full-time $24.
75 - $28.
75 an hour $24.
75 - $28.
75 an hour For 75 years, Boys & Girls Clubs of Whatcom County have been opening doors of opportunity and preparing young people for a Great Future.
Join our team and build a career around making a difference in the lives of kids! We create an environment in which every member's input is valued and respected.
The Behavior and Mental Health Support Specialist will play a critical role in helping Boys & Girls Clubs of Whatcom County achieve its vision to integrate access to mental and behavioral health supports within the Club community and provide high quality out of school time opportunities and programs for youth.
The Behavior and Mental Health Support Specialist will be responsible for embedding a trauma informed and responsive approach to youth development throughout Clubs.
The Mental Health Support Specialist will utilize a variety of strategies including direct support of youth and families, program and staff development, increasing access to mental health services, managing mental health partnerships and interns, and collaborating with teammates to develop innovative approaches unique to Club environments.
SALARY RANGE:
$24.
75 - 28.
50/hr MINIMUM QUALIFICIATIONS:
Bachelor's degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or related discipline.
Experience working with at-risk youth preferred Specialty and/or knowledge in Trauma Informed Care and Motivational Interviewing.
Understanding of basic youth development principles and developmental characteristics.
Clear all required background and security screenings successfully.
Some evening availability will be required, and work hours are flexible to accommodate program implementation.
Reliable transportation required.
Valid driver's license and car insurance by date of hire.
Clear and approved motor vehicle report.
The ability to provide in-person services and meet the employment requirements outlined by the Department of Health for staff working in a youth development setting.
Benefits for employees:
Monday - Friday schedules -> no weekend work! Medical insurance for Full-Time (employee pays $81/month for employee only coverage) Dental insurance for Full-Time (base plan paid 100% by BGCWC for employee only coverage) Employee assistance program (free to all employees) Paid time off of 6.
5 days first year (increases based on years of service) for Full-Time Sick Days accrual per WA State Sick Leave Law for part-time employees (1 hr sick accrued for every 40 hours worked) Part-Time employees accrue paid time off (PTO) with a cap of 37 hours per year Vision insurance (plan paid 100% by BGCWC for employee only coverage) Life Insurance/Supplemental/Spouse/Children Insurance available (50% of life insurance premium paid by BGCWC) for Full-Time employee Short Term Disability (50% of premium paid by BGCWC) for Full-Time employee Long Term Disability (50% of premium paid by BGCWC) for Full-Time employee 401k plan after 1 year of service & 1,000 hours worked (minimum 21 years of age) We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and our employees are people with different strengths, experiences and backgrounds, who share a passion for improving people's lives.
We value diversity - in backgrounds and experiences - and encourage people from all swaths of life to apply.
Together we can build great futures for all youth in our community.
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Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
75 - $28.
75 an hour $24.
75 - $28.
75 an hour For 75 years, Boys & Girls Clubs of Whatcom County have been opening doors of opportunity and preparing young people for a Great Future.
Join our team and build a career around making a difference in the lives of kids! We create an environment in which every member's input is valued and respected.
The Behavior and Mental Health Support Specialist will play a critical role in helping Boys & Girls Clubs of Whatcom County achieve its vision to integrate access to mental and behavioral health supports within the Club community and provide high quality out of school time opportunities and programs for youth.
The Behavior and Mental Health Support Specialist will be responsible for embedding a trauma informed and responsive approach to youth development throughout Clubs.
The Mental Health Support Specialist will utilize a variety of strategies including direct support of youth and families, program and staff development, increasing access to mental health services, managing mental health partnerships and interns, and collaborating with teammates to develop innovative approaches unique to Club environments.
SALARY RANGE:
$24.
75 - 28.
50/hr MINIMUM QUALIFICIATIONS:
Bachelor's degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or related discipline.
Experience working with at-risk youth preferred Specialty and/or knowledge in Trauma Informed Care and Motivational Interviewing.
Understanding of basic youth development principles and developmental characteristics.
Clear all required background and security screenings successfully.
Some evening availability will be required, and work hours are flexible to accommodate program implementation.
Reliable transportation required.
Valid driver's license and car insurance by date of hire.
Clear and approved motor vehicle report.
The ability to provide in-person services and meet the employment requirements outlined by the Department of Health for staff working in a youth development setting.
Benefits for employees:
Monday - Friday schedules -> no weekend work! Medical insurance for Full-Time (employee pays $81/month for employee only coverage) Dental insurance for Full-Time (base plan paid 100% by BGCWC for employee only coverage) Employee assistance program (free to all employees) Paid time off of 6.
5 days first year (increases based on years of service) for Full-Time Sick Days accrual per WA State Sick Leave Law for part-time employees (1 hr sick accrued for every 40 hours worked) Part-Time employees accrue paid time off (PTO) with a cap of 37 hours per year Vision insurance (plan paid 100% by BGCWC for employee only coverage) Life Insurance/Supplemental/Spouse/Children Insurance available (50% of life insurance premium paid by BGCWC) for Full-Time employee Short Term Disability (50% of premium paid by BGCWC) for Full-Time employee Long Term Disability (50% of premium paid by BGCWC) for Full-Time employee 401k plan after 1 year of service & 1,000 hours worked (minimum 21 years of age) We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and our employees are people with different strengths, experiences and backgrounds, who share a passion for improving people's lives.
We value diversity - in backgrounds and experiences - and encourage people from all swaths of life to apply.
Together we can build great futures for all youth in our community.
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Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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