Behavioral Health Professional

Job Description

Working as a School Based Section 28 BHP (Behavioral Health Professional) you will work one-on-one in a classroom providing support to a student who has a developmental disability. Our BHP's work in tandem with a supervisor and school personnel to teach daily living skills, social skills and coping skills.At Connections for Kids you'll advance your career while making a lasting difference in the life of a child!

This is a 30-35 hour per week position, Monday through Friday following the school year calendar, with time off for school vacation weeks. It also includes a part time Extended School Year program for 5 weeks between July and August.

Qualifications

• Have a completed high school diploma or higher,
• Have experience working with children,
• Are able to get fingerprinted through the DOE and Ed Tech 1 certification,
• Possess a valid driver's license with a good driving record and proof of auto insurance,
• Enjoy working with children and being part of a tight-knit team,
• Are a positive person with a strong work ethic,

Additional Information

• Competitive pay of $15.50 per hour,
• Medical,
• Dental,
• Vision,
• Paid sick time,
• Short-term disability coverage,
• Company issued Chromebook,
• Tuition reimbursement,
• Participation in the Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program,
• Discounts to a host of local businesses such as an 18% discount for Verizon,
• A 403b plan with matched contributions after a year of employment,
• Complimentary long-term disability coverage and life insurance at no cost,
• Convenient school hours, Monday through Friday,

• Paid BHP certification, Safety Care training and First Aid/CPR!

Additionally, because of the importance of a work-life balance, our generous time off package totals 22 paid days off in your first year and increases the longer you're with our team!