Youth Behavior Coach

Clarvida - Illinois • Springfield, IL

2d • $16

About The Position

As a Youth Behavior Coach, you will have the opportunity to work directly with children with severe emotional disturbance, to help them navigate the emotional challenges of their family changes. Your role will be instrumental in mentoring the children/youth, teaching coping skills, behavior modification, socialization skills, exploring their personal and academic goals, and taking them to various community activities. We offer regular training and supervision for this Intensive home-based model work, to support your personal and professional growth.

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• High School Diploma or GED, or Rehabilitative Services Associate (RSA) eligibility
• Demonstrated skills working with children and/or adults
• Ability to work constructively with clients and service providers
• Ability to accept supervision and follow provider structure
• Willingness and ability to complete a physical and TB (PPD) test within 30 days of hire
• Valid State Driver’s License and active automobile insurance

Responsibilities

• Mentor youth and provide behavioral and emotional support
• Teach coping skills, behavior modification, and socialization skills
• Support youth in exploring personal, social, and academic goals
• Transport and accompany youth to community activities
• Collaborate with supervisors and service providers in a structured care model
• Participate in required trainings and supervision sessions
• Maintain professional boundaries and follow agency policies and procedures

Benefits

• Mental health field experience
• Stability and growth opportunities within a national agency
• Paid vacation days that increase with tenure
• Separate sick leave that rolls over annually
• Up to 10 paid holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plan options
• DailyPay – access earned wages without waiting for payday
• Training, development, and continuing education credits for licensure
• 401(k)
• Free licensure supervision
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet insurance
• Perks @ Clarvida – national discounts on shopping, travel, Verizon, and entertainment
• Mileage reimbursement
• Company cell phone

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED