Senior Behavior Specialist

Brief Description Fred Finch Youth & Family Services is a great place to work. Year after year, our employees make the difference in helping those with mental health issues. Our team is currently looking for a Senior Behavior Specialist, whether you are just starting your career or a seasoned professional, you’ll be able to find the right position to help others. Pay/Benefits at a Glance: Pay Range: $70,304 - $89,434.15 per year.The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law. 21 PTO Days per year9 Nationally Observed Holidays401k matching up to 6%Up to $10,000 in the Degree Assistance ProgramAffordable monthly health care premiumsTo learn more about our full benefits package, click here Our Culture and Mission: We envision Fred Finch as a healing-centered organization where our diverse staff at all levels feels at home. We are committed to creating an environment where employees can thrive, grow, and explore opportunities. Together, we actively work on diversity within our organization and the communities we serve. Fred Finch Youth & Family Services partners with individuals and communities to provide culturally responsive services that cultivate mental and physical resilience and wellness. Fred Finch CARES provides comprehensive, innovative, effective services supporting children, youth, young adults, and families living with autism, neurodevelopmental disorders, mental health concerns, and histories of significant trauma and loss. Utilizing research-based interventions and best practices, our programs are individualized to meet the specific needs of each child, youth, and family. Our staff is compassionate, committed, and innovative in our solutions. At CARES, our values are not just what we say, but what we do. You can see it in every program. All the services we develop respond to the needs of our local communities. At CARES, we value diversity and inclusion and are committed to having a robust workforce which is representative of the cultural and linguistic needs of those we serve. We offer flexible schedules and prioritize self-care and work life balance. What You Will Do: Under general supervision, the Senior Behavior Specialist for Fred Finch Youth and Family Services/CARES (hereinafter FF) conducts comprehensive assessments to evaluate participants’ development level, behaviors, and skills; develops behavior intervention plans and treatment plan with specific and measurable goals for participants; implements therapeutic interventions, and provides ongoing support and guidance for participants, caregivers, and staff; assumes responsibility for developing and delivering training programs for behavioral health technical staff; collaborates as part of a multidisciplinary team; and performs related duties as assigned. Qualifications: Education: Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Applied Behavior Analysis, child development, psychology, or another related field.+ Experience: Two (2) year experience providing behavioral health intervention services to developmentally delayed clients in a behavioral health setting.Working on collecting experience hours toward BCBA certification. Licenses and Certifications: Possession of a valid California Driver’s License, a satisfactory driving record, and a properly registered and insured vehicle, to be maintained throughout employment; minimum of two (2) years of driving experience; or the ability to obtain and maintain a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) within ten (10) days of hire. Join our team as: Senior Behavior Specialist Fred Finch Youth & Family Services (FF) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. FF does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.