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The Behavior Specialist reports to the Assistant Director of Ohana Higher Levels of Care while part of a multidisciplinary team and is responsible for ensuring a safe and therapeutic milieu, providing psychoeducation in individual and group settings, and supporting treatment plan implementation. In addition to direct patient care, behavior specialists will acquire skills in screening, data entry, and documentation, principles of behaviorism, de-escalation techniques and collaborative problem solving. Other important dimensions of this position include commitment to continuous learning, innovation, and quality of care and outcomes measurements, professionalism, and working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team. Must have strong interpersonal skills, flexibility, and curiosity as well as comfort prioritizing safety and quality of care.
Experience
Must have a minimum of 1 years’ experience working with children, adolescents and families. Previous experience in a setting with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy or Dialectical Behavioral Therapy is preferred, but not required.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in human services, social work, psychology or related field.
Must pass orientation and initial competency assessment as well as ongoing required training.
Licensure/Certifications
American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS certification is required.
Organization approved de-escalation training within 6 months of hire.
Live Scan fingerprint clearance required by the Department of Healthcare Services is a job requirement.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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Assigned Work Hours:
Full Time
Varied. 8a - 430p 930 or 945a - 545p
Position Type:
Regular
Pay Range (based on years of applicable experience):
$30.40
to
$40.67
The hours employees work determine when a shift differential is paid.
Hourly Evening Shift Differential: $2.01Hourly Night Shift Differential: $2.95
Montage Health is a non-profit healthcare organization with deep roots in Monterey County dating back more than 90 years. Independent and locally owned, Montage Health was created by Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula to deliver exceptional care to more people. Centered at the hospital, the Montage Health network includes MoGo Urgent Care, Montage Wellness Centers, Montage Medical Group for primary and specialty care, Aspire Health Plan, and Ohana, the family-focused mental healthcare program for youth. Montage Health is continually investing in healthcare innovations to make the highest standard of care accessible to everyone in Monterey County.
