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Behavioral Health Specialist Sync

Astor Services · Poughkeepsie, New York, US

Description We are seeking an energetic and compassionate Behavioral Health Specialist for our Serving Youth in their Communities (SYNC) program. In this rol...

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Description We are seeking an energetic and compassionate Behavioral Health Specialist for our Serving Youth in their Communities (SYNC) program. In this role, you will be responsible for providing behavioral services for youth/young adults, ages 0-21 in a variety of community-based settings (i.e. home, school, afterschool programs, etc.). The Behavioral Health Specialist will model & support clients with developing coping and social skills, and emotional regulation to promote independence and reduce the risk of needing a higher level of care. Additionally, they will collaborate with clients, families, and other service providers to identify strengths and develop behavior management plans to help stabilize the youth/young adults in their home, school, and community settings. Responsibilities: · Assists client and family members with identifying triggers and supports · Complete assessments and consents with youth/young adult and caregivers · Collaborate with Clinicians, school personnel, families, community agencies, and other professionals to create a supportive environment · Participates in the development and implementation of the treatment plan · Makes home, school, and communit...