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Behavioral and Living Skills Strategies for Families and Communities
Current Job Openings in Children's Behavioral Health Per Diem BHP 10 to 35 Hrs per week Most hours are after school, early evening and weekends Lincoln County, especially the Greater Damariscotta area Kennebec County, including Greater Waterville and Augusta
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH PROFESSIONAL (BHP)This is work helping children and families with special challenges, to set and meet their goals to be the best they can be, and to be included in life. We help children with behavioral challenges to build life skills, social skills, manage their behaviors, and learn functional life skills toward independence and inclusion in home and community. 10 Forward LLC, providing Programs and Services for Families and Communities, is hiring Behavioral Health Professionals (BHPs) for a variety of part time and per diem positions for DHHS funded Section 28 Services. We are seeking responsible individuals who want and care to do quality work, to learn and grow, and deliver professional level services for children and adolescents as BHPs. Behavioral Health Professionals can be key to children’s success. Opportunities for advancement and training.
WHO WE SERVEBHPs will work with children and youth who are diagnosed with cognitive disabilities or functional limitations including intellectual disability, autism spectrum disorder, mental health/behavioral challenges including PTSD, ADD and ADHD. All our work is supported by DHHS/OCFS and we observe HIPAA regulations for privacy of client information. We value teamwork, compliance and responsibility.
Wages: $22.50 to $27.00 hourly (Varies per experience, certifications and education upon hire). Wage increases vary depending those factors plus work ethics, ongoing education, and onsite work achievement serving clients. Training wages, ongoing, are $22.50 per hour. Ask about our pay incentives. MUST HAVE A GOOD RELIABLE WORKING VEHICLE, GOOD DRIVING RECORD, INSURANCE, AND PASS A CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK AND DHHS BACKGROUND CHECK. WHAT JOBS ARE AVAILABLEBHP (BEHAVIORAL HEALTH PROFESSIONAL) Will train toward Certification, and provide regular Supervision. Experience is helpful but not required. Per Client/Per Diem positions, are from 10 to 24 hours per week. POSSIBLE BLENDED POSITIONS: Experience is required. Office and marketing skills required. A Blended position means the staff person will work some hours with DIrect Service, ongoing, and some hours as admin or supervisory staff. Part-time positions offer pro-rated benefits. Full Time positions offer a Full Benefits Package. All staff at 10 Forward must provide BHP direct service, combining direct service and office work, and specific organizational skills, (such as IT, Supervision, Innovation, Human Resources, Marketing, Outreach, Training tasks) for the right person. THE INPUT AND OPINIONS OF ALL STAFF ARE VALUED and ARE PART OF ONGOING QUALITY DEVELOPMENT SERVING CHILDREN AND FAMILIES. WE ARE SERVERS AND PROBLEM SOLVERS, PUTTING SERVICE FIRST. STAFF IS ASKED TO BE BOTH ABLE TO WORK INDEPENDENTLY ACCORDING TO TRAINING AND POLICY AND AS PART OF A TEAM. SCHEDULES: Most work hours are for after-school to early evening, AND / OR weekends. Some school day hours may be available. Also, we follow all CDC guidance during COVID. During COVID, some virtual work is possible, but with social distancing, this job is mostly on site at home and community, with virtual supports as a backup. Must be able to “get to client home, ” in most situations, but there is flexibility for rescheduling due to snow or illness.
MORE ABOUT THE WORK BHPs have exciting, challenging and often rewarding work with children and families. Sometimes the work is tough, sometimes fun, sometimes routine. Every day is different. Patience, a sense of good fun, humor, safety, respect, perseverence, responsibility, dedication and being able to think on your feet are important. You must like children and care that they have the best chance to succeed according to their abilities, and to help them build their skills and confidence. Driving distance requirements may vary. BHPs work with supervision, sometimes working independently in a home or community setting, with strong connections to supervisor support. BHPs are mandated reporters of child abuse and neglect and receive training to provide professional and skilled services. You must be ready to keep and send in regular documentation. If you like lifeskills development, teaching behavioral self management, coping skills, helping and working in a variety of settings from sports to libraries, to art settings such as museums or in kitchens, in home and community, this might be a good job for you.
PER DIEM AND PART TIME STAFF BENEFITS- Ongoing Paid Training and Supervisions - Wage increase plans in the first year for qualified employees- Supportive, positive work environment- Staff wellness program plans- Sick time and Earned Time, pro-rated by working hours- Generous mileage reimbursement policies- Opportunity to work as part of a caring, dedicated Team - Pro-rated education tuition reimbursement benefits (discussed at interview) FULL TIME STAFF BENEFITS - Insurance (Medical and Dental) - 401k match - Paid vacations - Paid holidays - Sick days - Education Tuition Reimbursement benefit - Mileage Reimbursement or vehicle use - Paid Training and Supervision TO BE HIRED AND TRAINED AS A BHP, CANDIDATES MUST MEET THE FOLLOWING MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:- Pass Criminal Background checks, and Maine DHHS background checks. - Have a good driving record, reliable vehicle and valid insurance - Have a high school diploma. Some staff do have college or advanced degrees- Be an individual who practices care, respect toward others and is motivated to help kids and families reach goals.- Be willing to adhere to DHHS rules and regulations, maintain documentation, adhere to policies- Be able to provide written and verbal references
10 Forward BHP CHARACTERISTICS- Be ready to give work, and the best of who they are, 100% on the job- Work well independently and as part of a team- Be responsible, as well as able to commit to a regular schedule, subject to some change/flexibility. - Value and observe safety practices - Have a caring and functional way, putting clients including children and families first!
10 Forward LLCPrograms for Families and Communities 69 Sewall Street Suite 3Augusta, ME 04330 207-491-4530 or 207-622-5330www.10forwardprograms.com
TO APPLY: Please send a cover letter telling us about your interest in this job. Let 10 Forward know how you heard about us. If you are invited to interview, you will be asked to provide 3 references. If hired pendin background check clearance, you will need to authorize us to send your information in for Criminal Background Checks, including Driving Record. If you have questions, please call us at 207- 491- 4530. 10 Forward LLC, Programs for Families and Communities, is a contracted provider of Section 28 Rehabilitative Community Services for Children with Cognitive DIsabilities and Functional Limitations, and contracts with the Maine Department of Health and Human Services and the Maine Office of Child and Family Services. The Director is a Certified provider of RUBI Parent Training Program for Disruptive Behaviors.
WHO WE SERVEBHPs will work with children and youth who are diagnosed with cognitive disabilities or functional limitations including intellectual disability, autism spectrum disorder, mental health/behavioral challenges including PTSD, ADD and ADHD. All our work is supported by DHHS/OCFS and we observe HIPAA regulations for privacy of client information. We value teamwork, compliance and responsibility.
Wages: $22.50 to $27.00 hourly (Varies per experience, certifications and education upon hire). Wage increases vary depending those factors plus work ethics, ongoing education, and onsite work achievement serving clients. Training wages, ongoing, are $22.50 per hour. Ask about our pay incentives. MUST HAVE A GOOD RELIABLE WORKING VEHICLE, GOOD DRIVING RECORD, INSURANCE, AND PASS A CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK AND DHHS BACKGROUND CHECK. WHAT JOBS ARE AVAILABLEBHP (BEHAVIORAL HEALTH PROFESSIONAL) Will train toward Certification, and provide regular Supervision. Experience is helpful but not required. Per Client/Per Diem positions, are from 10 to 24 hours per week. POSSIBLE BLENDED POSITIONS: Experience is required. Office and marketing skills required. A Blended position means the staff person will work some hours with DIrect Service, ongoing, and some hours as admin or supervisory staff. Part-time positions offer pro-rated benefits. Full Time positions offer a Full Benefits Package. All staff at 10 Forward must provide BHP direct service, combining direct service and office work, and specific organizational skills, (such as IT, Supervision, Innovation, Human Resources, Marketing, Outreach, Training tasks) for the right person. THE INPUT AND OPINIONS OF ALL STAFF ARE VALUED and ARE PART OF ONGOING QUALITY DEVELOPMENT SERVING CHILDREN AND FAMILIES. WE ARE SERVERS AND PROBLEM SOLVERS, PUTTING SERVICE FIRST. STAFF IS ASKED TO BE BOTH ABLE TO WORK INDEPENDENTLY ACCORDING TO TRAINING AND POLICY AND AS PART OF A TEAM. SCHEDULES: Most work hours are for after-school to early evening, AND / OR weekends. Some school day hours may be available. Also, we follow all CDC guidance during COVID. During COVID, some virtual work is possible, but with social distancing, this job is mostly on site at home and community, with virtual supports as a backup. Must be able to “get to client home, ” in most situations, but there is flexibility for rescheduling due to snow or illness.
MORE ABOUT THE WORK BHPs have exciting, challenging and often rewarding work with children and families. Sometimes the work is tough, sometimes fun, sometimes routine. Every day is different. Patience, a sense of good fun, humor, safety, respect, perseverence, responsibility, dedication and being able to think on your feet are important. You must like children and care that they have the best chance to succeed according to their abilities, and to help them build their skills and confidence. Driving distance requirements may vary. BHPs work with supervision, sometimes working independently in a home or community setting, with strong connections to supervisor support. BHPs are mandated reporters of child abuse and neglect and receive training to provide professional and skilled services. You must be ready to keep and send in regular documentation. If you like lifeskills development, teaching behavioral self management, coping skills, helping and working in a variety of settings from sports to libraries, to art settings such as museums or in kitchens, in home and community, this might be a good job for you.
PER DIEM AND PART TIME STAFF BENEFITS- Ongoing Paid Training and Supervisions - Wage increase plans in the first year for qualified employees- Supportive, positive work environment- Staff wellness program plans- Sick time and Earned Time, pro-rated by working hours- Generous mileage reimbursement policies- Opportunity to work as part of a caring, dedicated Team - Pro-rated education tuition reimbursement benefits (discussed at interview) FULL TIME STAFF BENEFITS - Insurance (Medical and Dental) - 401k match - Paid vacations - Paid holidays - Sick days - Education Tuition Reimbursement benefit - Mileage Reimbursement or vehicle use - Paid Training and Supervision TO BE HIRED AND TRAINED AS A BHP, CANDIDATES MUST MEET THE FOLLOWING MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:- Pass Criminal Background checks, and Maine DHHS background checks. - Have a good driving record, reliable vehicle and valid insurance - Have a high school diploma. Some staff do have college or advanced degrees- Be an individual who practices care, respect toward others and is motivated to help kids and families reach goals.- Be willing to adhere to DHHS rules and regulations, maintain documentation, adhere to policies- Be able to provide written and verbal references
10 Forward BHP CHARACTERISTICS- Be ready to give work, and the best of who they are, 100% on the job- Work well independently and as part of a team- Be responsible, as well as able to commit to a regular schedule, subject to some change/flexibility. - Value and observe safety practices - Have a caring and functional way, putting clients including children and families first!
10 Forward LLCPrograms for Families and Communities 69 Sewall Street Suite 3Augusta, ME 04330 207-491-4530 or 207-622-5330www.10forwardprograms.com
TO APPLY: Please send a cover letter telling us about your interest in this job. Let 10 Forward know how you heard about us. If you are invited to interview, you will be asked to provide 3 references. If hired pendin background check clearance, you will need to authorize us to send your information in for Criminal Background Checks, including Driving Record. If you have questions, please call us at 207- 491- 4530. 10 Forward LLC, Programs for Families and Communities, is a contracted provider of Section 28 Rehabilitative Community Services for Children with Cognitive DIsabilities and Functional Limitations, and contracts with the Maine Department of Health and Human Services and the Maine Office of Child and Family Services. The Director is a Certified provider of RUBI Parent Training Program for Disruptive Behaviors.
Contact us at: info@10forwardprograms.com