Behavioral Health Specialist

Responsibilities:Provides on-site daily supervision and essential coverage to consumers in a community residential group home programResponsible for assisting consumers with their personal care goals, providing medication education, and observing their self-administration of prescribed medicationsPerforms crisis intervention services as needed and reports all consumer concerns to the group home managerParticipates in the development of consumer activities and encourages consumers to participate in all social, recreational, and therapeutic activitiesQualificationsBSW in social work, BS/BA in psychology, criminal justice, sociology, or a related fieldBA in unrelated field with two years of previous experienceAA with two years of experience in mental health/human servicesValid New Jersey driver’s licensePay:$41,580 - $43,950 annual salaryWhy Join us ?Competitive PayExcellent Benefits: We cover over 90% of medical and dental premiums, plus provide free vision insuranceRetirement Support: annual employer contribution to your 403(b) after one yearGenerous Time Off: Enjoy vacation, personal, and sick days12 Paid Holidays throughout the yearRoom to Grow: Take advantage of advancement opportunities and professional development support